by Valiant | Feb 11, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, marijuana use, teen drug use
The user will start to develop a tolerance, and more of the plant is required to get the same effects. Since it is smoked there are also a number of health concerns and diseases that can be caused by marijuana use, and anyone who knows a user can tell when they do not...
by Valiant | Feb 8, 2013 | Addiction treatment, cocaine use, Drug abuse, relapse prevention, teen drug use
The statistics for cocaine show some surprising trends, and this drug is on the rise in many areas. Both the powdered form and crack cocaine have been found in increasing amounts in many cities, and the drug is devastating urban areas across the nation. Emergency...
by Valiant | Feb 4, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, heroin use, teen drug use
Heroin is one of the most dangerous and destructive substances that can be abused, and it is highly addicted. Some of the most common signs that indicate a dependency or addiction to heroin include: 1. Changes In Mood And Behavior- As heroin begins to take hold...
by Valiant | Jan 29, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, teen drug use
1. Childhood Trauma- Childhood trauma can include neglect, abuse, or even sexual assault. If there is not a nurturing environment during childhood or there are traumatic events that occur then therapy will be needed to prevent any substance abuse problems from...
by Valiant | Jan 16, 2013 | Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse, teen drug use
Substance abuse and addiction often lead to an overdose. What is this though, and what happens when this medical condition does occur? An overdose is a life threatening emergency and can be fatal if treatment is not received immediately, and death may occur even is...
by Valiant | Jan 15, 2013 | Drug abuse, teen drug use
Many parents worry about their teen driving when they are drinking, but for some reason the conversation about marijuana, prescription medications, and other drugs and driving risks do not take place in many households. Most teens believe that they can drive just fine...