Fatal drug overdoses have skyrocketed in the past three decades. In fact, they claim the lives of more than 47,000 Americans each year. Opioids like prescription painkillers and heroin kill more than 28,000 Americans per year — 78 people per day. These are amazing...
With the continued legalization of marijuana, more and more companies are coming up with better ways to "enhance" their product to make more money. With these enhancements comes a much stronger and potent product of marijuana than there has ever been. This increased...
Anyone. who has tried to get sober will tell you that it is one of the most difficult things a person can do. This is because you usually have to not only conquer your own fears and insecurities, but you also may have to leave all your "friends and acquaintances" in...
Contrary to popular opinion, it is not the Covid-19 virus that has had a tremendous impact on addiction and drug overdoses in the United States. In fact, it is the heavy-handed government response to this virus that has led to an...
Answering the question Do I Need Drug Rehab can be difficult to answer for a variety of reasons. When it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, it’s difficult to be objective and admit you have a problem. If substance abuse is causing negative effects in your life, it’s...
The “one day at a time” mantra is used frequently in the world of recovery, particularly among people who follow the 12-Step principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. Its purpose is to remind them to stay in the day/moment and not think too far ahead about ones sobriety....
As you say goodbye to a year for the ages, it is vital to remember what as taken place this year. Not only so that you can never forget, but you can't move forward unless you assess your past and current situations. This article offers several things to look at as you...
If you struggle with anxiety, you are not alone. In fact, it is one of the most common illnesses in America. Anxiety affects more than 40 million people in the United States alone. Even though anxiety is treatable in most, sadly, only 37 percent of those affected seek...
Many addicts use substances to help them cope with normal everyday life experiences. However, continued, excessive use of these substances can severely impact your body and mind. Simply put, addiction changes your body chemistry, especially in long term drug...