by Valiant | Sep 13, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
In the United States many see an alarming trend concerning substance abuse and addiction, and recent statistics prove that the current rate of drug and alcohol abuse is much higher than in the past. Some of the alarming statistics for substance abuse and addiction...
by Valiant | Sep 9, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse
1. Distressed Respiration- Opiate medications will depress the respiratory system, and this can lead to slow and shallow breathing. When too much of the drug is used then the individual may stop breathing at all. 2. A Sense Of Euphoria- Opiates will cause a sense of...
by Valiant | Sep 6, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse
One of the most commonly asked questions about drug addiction is why this condition affects some individuals but not others. There are some who try a drug and become hooked instantly, others may use the same drug repeatedly but not develop an addiction. There are some...
by Valiant | Sep 2, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse
Alcohol abuse and alcoholism can be big problems, and if you want to stop drinking there are some helpful tips that may help you do this. 1. Examine Your Alcohol Use and Set Goals- Track your alcohol use over time and set goalsto stop drinking that are within reach....