by Valiant | Jan 3, 2014 | Drug abuse, teen drug use
Recent news reports and some scientific studies show that the use of smart drugs is increasing. What are smart drugs and who uses these substances? The term smart drugs can refer to legal or illegal drugs, prescription medications and over the counter products. These...
by Valiant | Dec 27, 2013 | Drug abuse, teen drug use
Understanding what causes drug abuse is important if you or a friend or loved one have a substance abuse problem. There are many different factors involved when substance abuse occurs. Knowing what causes drug abuse allows you to understand the various factors in your...
by Valiant | Dec 2, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, relapse prevention, teen drug use
It is a proven fact that many people make a New Year’s resolution, stick to it for a short time, and then go back to their old habits and unwise ways. While making substance abuse recovery your New’s Resolution may seem like a great idea during the holiday...
by Valiant | Nov 25, 2013 | Prescription drug abuse, teen drug use
Prescription drug abuse among teens and young adults is on the rise and many parents and medical professionals are concerned about this trend. In some states more teens and young adults die from an overdose due to prescription drug abuse than those who die in an auto...
by Valiant | Aug 12, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, teen drug use
One of the biggest health problems in the USA today is underage drinking, and many teens and young adults die each year due to alcohol use and poor decision making. The facts and statistics about this activity are surprising to many parents. The latest research shows...
by Valiant | Jul 26, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, teen drug use
The teen years are typically known for physical changes and emotional upheaval so it may not always be easy to determine if the individual is just suffering from these changes or if they have started abusing substances as well. One sign to watch for is unusual sleep...