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- 3 Stages of OxyContin Recovery - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2013 from Lara SchusterThere is no denying that prescription drug abuse is a growing problem in the U.S. According to statistics released by the National Institute of Drug Abuse, more than a million people in America struggle with OxyContin abuse or addiction; one of the most over-prescribed and overused prescription ...
Views: 1004(1 vote) - 5 Things That Should Not Keep You From Alcohol Detox - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2013 from Lara SchusterAlcohol abuse affects the lives of more than half the population in the U.S. and while millions make the decision to seek detox assistance, millions more never do for several reasons, but these 5 are at the top of the list. If you are struggling with alcohol abuse and you need detox, do not let ...
Views: 838(1 vote) - 5 Ways To Identify Someone With a Cocaine Addiction - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2013 from Lara SchusterCocaine addiction does not discriminate and is a problem for people from all social groups. Here are 5 ways to identify someone with a cocaine addiction. 1. Physical Changes Nose bleeds and the crash are typical and classic signs of cocaine addiction. As the individual snorts cocaine, they ...
Views: 990(1 vote) - Addiction Treatment for Women - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2013 from Lara SchusterColumbia University recently reported that women were more likely to develop dependency than men and also the reasons that women give for their use are different from the reasons that men use. The study further reported that women are more likely to feel guilt and shame associated with their ...
Views: 1231(1 vote) - Alcohol in the Workplace - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Lara SchusterAlcohol in the workplace has become a problem for many businesses and as a result, businesses are taking steps to create an alcohol free office environment. Although most businesses have a zero tolerance for alcohol use in the workplace, they will make every effort to try to get the employee ...
Views: 836(1 vote) - Anger in Substance Abuse Recovery - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2013 from Lara SchusterAnger in substance abuse recovery can be potentially dangerous. On its own, the emotion can cause high blood pressure which can lead to stroke; depression, headaches, gastrointestinal disorders and a number of other physical conditions. Drug abuse such as cocaine and heroin, as well as ...
Views: 1048(1 vote) - Athletes and Drug Abuse - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from Lara SchusterWe live in a society that gets its news 24-hours a day and unfortunately athletes and drug abuse makes news. If you look back over the years, there is no shortage of stories surrounding athletes use of anabolic steroids and other performance enhancing drugs as well as blood doping, involving ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - Benzodiazepine Addiction - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2013 from Lara SchusterEach year nearly 125,000 people visit the emergency room because of complications from Xanax abuse; statistics that have grown over the years and will likely continue to grow. According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, NIDA, nearly 100,000 people reported using the drug Xanax with other ...
Views: 1171(1 vote) - College Students and Adderall Addiction - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Lara Schuster1 in 5 college students have admitted to recreational use of Adderall to help them focus or concentrate in their courses. These students also reported that they do not have ADHD, the disorder that the drug was created for. As one student put it, athletes use steroids; people who are depressed ...
Views: 941(1 vote) - Common Questions about Alcohol and Drug Detox - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2013 from Lara SchusterIt is natural to have questions about alcohol and drug detox, especially when you are considering stepping away from your life to get help for a substance abuse problem. Making the decision to get detox help can be a difficult one, but hopefully these answers will give you some peace of ...
Views: 923(1 vote) - Dealing With Emotions During Rehab Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2013 from Lara SchusterThe Center for Disease Control reports that more than 40,000 people die each year from substance abuse related deaths. According to the Federal Government’s Household Survey on Drug Abuse, there are approximately 12.7 million substance abusers in the U.S. and a half million will enter rehab ...
Views: 933(1 vote) - Dealing with Relapse - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2013 from Lara SchusterAccording to statistics released by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, more than 90 percent of substance abusers attempting to stay sober will relapse at least once and 72 percent of that group will relapse multiple times. However, the National Survey on Drug Use and Heath clarify that ...
Views: 854(1 vote) - Do You Know What Is In Your Crystal Meth? - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2014 from Lara SchusterIn the U.S. more than 4 million people struggle with crystal meth abuse or addiction and as many as 12 million reports to have tried it at least once. With nearly 500 tons of the drug produced each year, the drug is readily available, but at what cost? Although there had been a short decline ...
Views: 1373(1 vote) - Drug Free Office Enviornment - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2013 from Lara SchusterWhen you consider that 77 percent of drug abusers in the U.S. are employed, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, it stands to reason that corporations want to encourage a safe drug free office environment. As most companies have developed a zero tolerance for drug use, many have ...
Views: 870(1 vote) - GHB Addiction and Rehab - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2013 from Lara SchusterThere are more people in the U.S. that have died from GHB overdose or addiction, than have died from Ecstasy. Origins GHB was originally created in France during the 1920s, but was rejected by the medical community in the 1960s. In 1980s the drug made a comeback as an acceptable ...
Views: 1179(1 vote) - Guilt in Substance Abuse Recovery - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2013 from Lara SchusterGuilt in substance abuse recovery is common. Guilt can visit any area of our life and make us feel at fault; however, for the individual going through addiction recovery, it can create an overwhelming sense of defeat. It may also force the individual to reevaluate their choices, behaviors and ...
Views: 874(1 vote) - Help for Your Teen's Drug Abuse - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Lara SchusterThere are a number of reasons that teens turn to drug use. Drug abuse is in the schools, in athletics, in music and media and if that is not enough, many teens succumb to peer pressure in order to fit in and be accepted. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse 2.8 million teens in the ...
Views: 731(1 vote) - How Often Can I Go to Alcohol Detox? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2013 from Lara SchusterMore than fifty percent of the population of the U.S. abuse alcohol, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Each year millions of individuals enter detox for the first time to quit alcohol and many millions of others enter detox for the second, third or more time. It is not uncommon ...
Views: 972(1 vote) - Is Drug Addiction Ruining Your Life? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2013 from Lara SchusterIf a drug addiction is ruining your life, it is time to get help. There are millions of people across the globe that is struggling with substance abuse and addiction and in need of assistance. Sadly, the vast majority will never get the help that they need, but the ones that do, are taking a ...
Views: 879(1 vote) - Painkiller Addiction - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2013 from Lara SchusterPainkiller addiction affects three-fourths of the population of the U.S. and one in ten high school students, according to statistics published by Drug Free World. It is also reported that recreational use of prescription painkillers is up twelve percent from last year and among the reason for ...
Views: 1236(1 vote) - Stimulant Addiction - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2013 from Lara SchusterThe stimulant Adderall, is a drug that was intended to help people, mostly children and adolescents with ADHD and ADD, but has become a commonly abused street drug. Sadly, studies reveal that both Adderall and Ritalin abuse have become equally popular as a diet drug for stay at home moms. ...
Views: 1325(1 vote) - Struggling with Marijuana Dependency? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2014 from Lara SchusterJust because a drug is legal does not mean that you cannot abuse it or develop a dependency to it. Take a look at the millions of people dependent on prescription drugs and alcohol – which both are legal - and you, will understand. The legalization of marijuana does not change the fact that ...
Views: 1402(1 vote) - The Danger of Denial in Substance Abuse - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from Lara SchusterAccording to reports by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, more than five million people live in denial of their drug and alcohol use. SAMHSA also states that denial is so much a part of substance abuse that without it drug and alcohol abuse would not be able to ...
Views: 744(1 vote) - The Facts about Substance Abuse Treatment - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2013 from Lara SchusterEntering a substance abuse program is the best way to overcome your drug or alcohol addiction. Your program may be versatile, understand that you may need to detoxify and then enter a rehab treatment or alternative program. Making the decision to get help is not a temporary fix for your problem; ...
Views: 1250(1 vote) - The Power of Forgiveness in Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2013 from Lara SchusterOne component to an addiction recovery program is a concentrate on the power of forgiveness and how it is an important part of the recovery process. Forgiveness in alcohol and drug addiction recovery is as significant as all other facets of rehab treatment, because learning to forgive yourself ...
Views: 1138(1 vote) - The Truth About Interventions - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2013 from Lara SchusterWe have all seen the TV show “Intervention” in which the cameras follow around a person with an addiction for a week, leading up to a confrontation by family and friends as they try to get their loved one to submit to treatment. The truth is that those methods do not work. Talking to someone ...
Views: 876(1 vote) - Understanding Substance Abuse Treatment - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2013 from Lara SchusterEntering a substance abuse treatment program is the best way to overcome your drug or alcohol addiction. There are a variety of programs available and understanding the differences is the key in finding the program that is best suited for you. Do You Need Detox? The first step is ...
Views: 1116(1 vote) - What Are Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2013 from Lara SchusterUnfortunately the reason many individuals do not get the help that they need for their alcohol abuse is because they are afraid of experiencing painful withdrawal symptoms. Perhaps they have heard a few of the horror stories and now they are too scared to get help. It is important to understand ...
Views: 811(1 vote) - What to Expect When You Return Home from Detox or Rehab - by Submitted on May 25, 2013 from Lara SchusterFor most people, after they have successfully completed detox, they will return home and begin their new life drug and alcohol free. Others may decide to enter a rehab treatment program or another alternative program before they return home to help increase their self confidence so that they ...
Views: 683(1 vote) - Online Self-Tests For Addiction Assessment - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2013 from Lara SchusterYour alcohol and drug use is spinning out of control and you are concerned that you may have an addiction. You would like to know for sure, but do not want to go to an office. There are actually several websites that offer online self tests for addiction assessment. Of course the best thing is ...
Views: 961(2 votes) - What are the Signs of Substance Abuse Relapse? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2014 from Lara SchusterMore than 90 percent of persons in recovery will relapse at least once in their lifetime and at least 72 percent will have multiple relapses. Substance abuse counselors report that the relapse did not begin with the return to substance use, but with circumstances that led up to returning to ...
Views: 1168(2 votes) - Women and Alcohol - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2013 from Lara SchusterThere was a time when excessive drinking was an activity that was associated with men, but today, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, one in eight women struggle with binge drinking and alcoholism. Additionally, in 2012 there was an increase in alcohol related ...
Views: 729(2 votes) - 5 Reasons not to Detox from Alcohol at Home - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2013 from Lara SchusterMany people believe that detoxing from alcohol use is something they can do from home without any help. However, there are many different things to consider when you are ready to break an alcohol addiction. For many individuals, it can be dangerous, even fatal to quit cold turkey without medical ...
Views: 899(1 vote) - High-Functioning Alcoholism: Stumbling Block to Getting Help - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2014 from Lara SchusterMost people think an alcoholic is someone who cannot keep a job, has financial and legal problems, is dysfunctional in relationships and may even be homeless. Stereotypes really do affect how we perceive people. However, for the high-functioning alcohol none of those ideas ...
Views: 1448(2 votes) - Alcohol Effects on the Body - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Lara SchusterAlcohol abuse can have a significant effect on the body, even if it occurred only on one occasion, such as with binge drinking. The long term effects of alcohol addiction can lead to serious health issues and be fatal. Although moderate alcohol use is considered safe, chronic and excessive and ...
Views: 977(1 vote) - Crisis in America: Prescription Drug Addiction - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Lara SchusterThe billboard in Indiana announced, “Every 25 minutes someone dies from prescription drug overdose.” As shocking as that may sound… according to the Partnership for a Drug Free World, prescription drug abuse claims a life every 19 minutes. What’s more, the CDC states that 100 people die every ...
Views: 1408(1 vote) - 3 Stages of Alcoholism - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Lara SchusterThere are three stages of alcoholism and understanding them allows those experiencing alcohol addiction, as well as their friends and family, insight as to what to expect and how to give assistance. From the onset of alcohol abuse in the first stage, to loss of control during the second stage on ...
Views: 974 - 3 Ways to Help a Drug Addict - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from Lara SchusterIf your loved one is struggling with drug addiction there are three ways to help them get the assistance they need to get better and overcome their substance abuse. By setting boundaries, removing obstacles and temptations and showing support during their detox and rehab treatment program, your ...
Views: 1200 - 4 Reasons Why People Are Not Successful in Treatment - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2013 from Lara SchusterMaking the decision to get help for your drug and alcohol abuse is difficult, yet many people are not successful in rehab treatment. Alcohol and drug rehab treatment is not something that should be half way attempted or half considered. In order to ensure success, there needs to be a commitment ...
Views: 803 - 4 Stages of Addiction - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2013 from Lara SchusterIn almost every form of detox and rehab recovery program, most drug and alcohol counselors across the spectrum agree that there are four different stages of addiction: experimentation, habitual or daily use, abuse and dependency. Each stage is one step closer toward having a life that is ...
Views: 1000 - 5 Facts About College Students and Binge Drinking - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2013 from Lara SchusterAccording to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, nearly half the population in the U.S. that consumes alcohol admits to binge drinking. Sadly, among college students it is the most common pattern of alcohol abuse. Binge drinking is when women consume more than four drinks ...
Views: 872 - 5 Guidelines for Detox and Rehab - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2013 from Lara SchusterMaking the decision to enter an alcohol or drug detox and rehab treatment program is an important choice that can help you get back control of your life; however it can frightening if you do not know what to expect, or worse, have heard the horror stories from individuals who could not make it ...
Views: 755 - 5 Highly Addictive Prescription Drugs - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2014 from Lara SchusterA common misconception by people is that if a drug is available by prescription from a doctor and is legal, then it must not be harmful. However, when prescription drugs are abused – meaning when they are taken in excessive amounts and when there is no longer a medical reason to take them – they ...
Views: 1337 - 5 Methods of Drug Abuse - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Lara SchusterIn order for drugs to affect the brain they must first be put into the body. There are five methods of drug use which allow drugs to enter the body: swallowing, smoking, snorting, through suppositories and injecting. 1. Swallowing Ingesting or swallowing drugs is the most common method of ...
Views: 1788 - 5 Reasons to Send Your Loved One to Alcohol Detox - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from Lara SchusterWatching a loved one struggle with alcohol abuse is painful and difficult. Sometimes those around the individual are unaware of how bad the problem is until it is too late. You may be struggling within yourself as to whether or not you should get involved…so here are 5 reasons to send your loved ...
Views: 752 - 5 Sedative Abuse Warning Signs - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Lara SchusterApproximately 30 million people take sleep medications and almost half of them take Ambien, according to reports from NIDA, the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Ambien is a long lasting sleep inducing agent that helps to maintain sleep throughout the night. Unfortunately, Ambien has the same ...
Views: 941 - 5 Stages of Alcohol Recovery - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2013 from Lara SchusterReaching the decision to get help for your alcohol abuse is not an easy decision to make and you may have a long road ahead of you, but you are ready to move forward to a new life that does not include alcohol. While there are many programs out there than can help you detoxify from your alcohol ...
Views: 1082 - 5 Things Expected at an Intervention - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Lara SchusterIt is a common misconception that most people believe that in order to help someone who has substance abuse or addiction, the addict or alcoholic must hit rock bottom before they can be helped. For many family members and friends, sitting by helplessly and watching as their loved one destroyed ...
Views: 761 - 5 Ways to Help a Family Member Through Detox - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2013 from Lara SchusterWatching a loved one succumb to drug or alcohol addiction can be devastating to a family. Parents, siblings, extended family and even very close friends feel helpless as they watch their loved one self destruct. While you may feel that there is nothing you can do to stop them, you actually have ...
Views: 949 - 6 Things to Do After Drug Rehab Treatment - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2013 from Lara SchusterWhile you are going through a drug rehab treatment program, you will be introduced to many different skills and strategies that can help you be successful in your new life without drugs. When you return home, you may discover that as you apply the skills and strategies to your life after rehab, ...
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