by Valiant | Jun 5, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
In many cases of substance abuse or addiction a medical detox is needed before treatment for the substance abuse causes can begin. What is this though and how is this type of program carried out? Until your mind and body are free from drugs or alcohol you can not...
by Valiant | Jun 4, 2013 | Addiction treatment, relapse prevention
What is sober living and who can benefit from this type of living arrangement? Sober living residences are programs that help individuals transition from substance abuse treatment to the outside world more effectively. The objective s to provide a sober living...
by Valiant | Jun 3, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, mental illness and disorders
How does depression contribute to substance abuse though? When the individual becomes depressed they may try to use alcohol or drugs in order to self medicate and relieve the symptoms that they are experiencing but this is only a temporary fix that actually causes...
by Valiant | May 29, 2013 | Addiction treatment, teen drug use
Recent studies show that parents may have more influence over teens than they think when it comes to substance abuse. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, or SAMHSA as this agency is often called, recently released a report that should give...
by Valiant | May 28, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
Some addictions are physical in nature, and these are typically caused by drugs, alcohol, or other substances. Addictions can also be psychological in nature and these may be caused by substances or certain types of activities. Gambling, sex, shopping, and other...
by Valiant | May 23, 2013 | Addiction treatment, methamphetamine addiction
Methamphetamine addiction is becoming a serious problem in many US cities, and this drug poses dangers and risks to everyone in the affected communities and not just the user. Methamphetamine is produced through a highly volatile process that involves chemicals that...
