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 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 | Jun 2, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, mental illness and disorders
What is bipolar disorder? Does this condition make an individual more susceptible to substance abuse? Bipolar disorder is a mental disorder that impacts mood and energy levels, and this condition can be very destructive and create numerous problems for those who...
by Valiant | Jun 1, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, mental illness and disorders
This can lead to the person becoming violent, harming themselves, or harming others. Often individuals with this mental disorder turn to substance abuse, and the use of drugs or alcohol is intended to self medicate and make unpleasant schizophrenia symptoms go away....
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 13, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
When it comes to substance abuse there are many different risk factors that play a role in whether or not an individual will become dependent or addicted to a substance. Common risk factors for substance abuse include: Your use of a drug that is highly addictive. Some...
