In 1996, 8.1 million adult Americans filled a prescription for benzodiazepines. By 2013, this number had increased by 67% with 13.5 million Americans using benzodiazepines. At the same time, the number of these pills being used also tripled. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, there were almost 9000 deaths from benzo overdose…
Just like e-commerce has changed the way we do business, so the internet has dramatically impacted the landscape of drug dealing in the twenty-first century. Imagine online marketplaces allowing you to order a kilo of marijuana or an ounce of cocaine with the same ease as buying books on Amazon. Well, these marketplaces have been…
Transitioning to a sober life is difficult, no one can dispute that. It’s inevitable that you’ll have a bumpy ride from time to time while you adjust to sobriety. This is hard, yes, but any positive change a person goes through will be met with challenges. These painful experiences are expected and are a…
Alcohol addiction is potentially devastating, but so many people continue with problematic drinking simply because they’re scared at the thought of the alcohol withdrawal symptoms they can face. Is this a justifiable fear, though, and can alcohol withdrawal really be dangerous? We’ll be diving deep into this knotty issue today, and it’s essential to do…
Understanding the link between self-esteem and addiction recovery is a vital component of becoming free of substances. A great deal of research by psychologists has repeatedly found a high correlation between drug abuse and low self-esteem. Addiction is rooted in mental health disorders, and self-esteem is intrinsically linked to mental health. To achieve long-term sobriety…
One in ten Americans is affected by substance use disorder and addiction. In 2015, this led to at least 59,000 people dying from a drug overdose. Drug addiction is a major problem in this nation, and it’s vital that we work to find the root cause of the issue so that we can properly treat…
Discerning whether your teen suffers from drug addiction can be challenging. Adolescence is normally accompanied by new emotions, thoughts, and feelings. Therefore, you might interpret your teen’s shift in behavior as typical adolescence while it is a result of drug addiction. You can find out if they are indeed using drugs by asking direct questions.…
Like many holidays, Thanksgiving can be a source of great meaning and happiness. For this reason, people often find it as a reason to celebrate with friends and family, indulging in food and drinks. But for you, drinking alcohol during this delicate point of your life can be very detrimental to your recovery. Given that…
If you are suffering from addiction but do not require round the clock medical attention, an intensive outpatient program (IOP) may be the right option for you. An IOP is a substance abuse rehab in which you receive comprehensive addiction treatment in CA without staying in the facility overnight. While a residential treatment program requires…
The successful completion of alcohol and drug abuse rehabilitation processes is a crucial milestone in recovery. However, you still have the lifelong task of preventing relapse and sustaining sobriety. It is essential to contact a therapist for continuing therapy programs after rehab for relapse prevention. Rehab centers grant you access to treatment programs and necessary…