Addiction to drink or drugs doesn’t just affect the life of the person using the substance, but it also impacts the lives of everyone around them. In this sense, addiction is a family disease. The question is, how to rebuild a relationship? From families torn asunder by crack addiction and best friends estranged because of…
According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 164.8 million US citizens aged 12 and over used substances or alcohol in the past month. That’s a staggering 60.2% of Americans. Early intervention and treatment in rehab center for teenagers will increase the chances of them leading a positive and healthy life. Although…
Struggling with addiction during the COVID-19 pandemic is hard. Two crises are happening in the US right now: COVID-19 and addiction. Unfortunately, opioid overdoses in the US rose by 40% in May 2020. The trouble is, people who have a substance or alcohol use disorder tend to have underlying medical conditions that can increase their…
The tragic death of skateboard legend Jeff Grosso in 2020 shook many Orange County residents. A toxicology report by Orange County Crime Lab discovered that the superstar skater had 0.0459 milligrams of fentanyl in his blood. Opioids are still an increasing problem in Orange County and nationally, due to the over-prescription of opioid painkillers and…
Life can get pretty tough at times, particularly during a pandemic lockdown. The kids won’t stop screaming, you’re overloaded with work, bills are racking up, and you have no idea how long we need to endure lockdown restrictions. By the end of the day, your shoulder muscles are tensed, you have a permanent frown etched…
If you’ve decided to become substance-free, that’s an important step to take. The next significant step on the recovery journey is committing to strive for a healthy new life. This is especially challenging and you will need to utilize all of the resources available to you. Part of your treatment may include group therapy, individual…
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…
According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, one out of every twelve adults in America is battling a substance use disorder – that’s over 20 million people. Even famous people battle addiction. Of those who battle addiction, only a small percentage seek help. Unfortunately, many of those who seek help will face…
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.…
For anyone struggling with drug and alcohol abuse, acknowledging that you have a problem is the first step towards recovery. The next step is to decide how to recover. For most people who try to quit drug and substance abuse, going to rehab is not the first thing that crosses their minds. The reluctance to…