by Valiant | Jul 13, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse
What is alcohol withdrawal syndrome and who is at risk for this problem? Alcohol withdrawal syndrome can be serious, or even life threatening in a number of cases. This syndrome occurs in individuals who have been consuming alcohol in large amounts over an extended...
by Valiant | Jul 12, 2013 | Drug abuse, teen drug use
One of the most alarming trends in the USA is over the counter drug abuse by teenagers. Often this activity is viewed as safe because youths believe that if it is widely available without a prescription it must not be harmful, but nothing could be further from the...
by Valiant | Jul 11, 2013 | Addiction treatment
There are few if any restrictions on age or purchase amount. Many believe that since the substances are available over the counter they are safer than street or prescription versions but this is not true. OTC drug abuse has become very common and is now considered...
by Valiant | Jul 9, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
There are a number of common signs that indicate prescription drug abuse or addiction, and knowing these can help determine whether an individual needs substance abuse treatment. These include: Doctor Shopping- Doctor shopping occurs when the individual goes to more...
by Valiant | Jul 8, 2013 | Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse, teen drug use
Oxycontin is becoming one of the most commonly abused prescription drugs across the nation, but who is at risk for developing an Oxycontin addiction? This narcotic pain medication is very powerful and is only prescribed to treat moderate to severe pain. A myth...
