by Valiant | Jul 5, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
1. Heroin- Heroin is an opiate drug that is highly addictive, and it is one of the substances that can lead to a fatal overdose. Physical withdrawal symptoms with this drug can be severe. While under the influence the user will have pupils that are contracted and very...
by Valiant | Jul 4, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
Some things to watch for include: Responsibilities that have been previously handled are being neglected. The individual may not be doing well at home, work, or school. Bills may not being paid on time anymore and children may not be taken care of properly....
by Valiant | Jul 3, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
When it comes to substance abuse and addiction there are some common myths and ideas that are false, and they may be harmful in some cases. These include: #1. Willpower alone can cure addiction. A lot of people who have never struggled with substance abuse or...
by Valiant | Jul 2, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
How does drug use end up as drug abuse and then addiction? There are almost as many reasons why substance abuse occurs as there are people who use drugs and alcohol. In general these are used in order to eliminate negative feelings or cause a sense of euphoria or...
by Valiant | Jul 1, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
An addiction is a disorder that is extremely complex, and the thoughts and mental processes involved are extensive. The physical and psychological effects of each substance may be different but the process that results in an addiction are the same in every case. All...
by Valiant | Jun 24, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse
Alcoholism is a big problem around the world, and millions of Americans suffer from this problem. Alcoholism is related to substance abuse and it is an addiction to alcohol. Many common symptoms of this condition include: Difficulty controlling...
