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- Treating Drug Addiction with other Drugs - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2011 from Jim DebbiesDrugs used to treat addiction can seem like a bizarre practice to many people, but thousands of addicts currently in recovery will attest to the fact that addiction treatment drugs are at least partially responsible for their recovery. These drugs include new medications such as Topiramate and ...
Views: 851 - Alcoholism's Effect on American Society - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Jim DebbiesAlcoholism is one of the most significant public health threats facing American society today. This is because alcohol is a deeply ingrained part of our culture and has a presence in nearly every aspect of life. We drink to celebrate holidays, birthdays, special events and anniversaries. We ...
Views: 954 - Addiction and Hallucinogens - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jim DebbiesOne of the most common myths regarding drug use is that traditional hallucinogens such as LSD and psilocybin mushrooms are not addictive. Most people are much more aware of the addictive effects of opiates like heroin, cocaine, Oxycontin and morphine because severe addiction occurs rapidly. ...
Views: 1003 - The Facts about Marijuana Addiction - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jim DebbiesMarijuana use in the United States has been increasing dramatically, spurred by recent legislation authorizing medical use of marijuana and decriminalizing possession of small amounts of this plant. In fact, marijuana is the most commonly used drug in the country, with users numbering in the ...
Views: 1198 - The Meth Addiction Epidemic - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Jim DebbiesDespite the fact that meth addiction statistics in the United States indicate decreasing numbers of addicts, meth addiction continues to be a worldwide epidemic that has seen little change in the last decade. In fact, the United Nations recently conducted a study that established meth as the ...
Views: 992 - Alcoholism Treatment Options - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Jim DebbiesAlcoholism is a disease that hasn’t changed much in the United States over the last several decades. It is still one of the most significant problems that we face today and is responsible for the death and destruction of hundreds of thousands of lives each year. However, what has changed are ...
Views: 853 - Addiction and Dual Diagnosis Conditions - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Jim DebbiesAddiction and dual diagnosis conditions are often associated with each other because they so commonly occur together. This has led an entire field of addiction experts to conclude that one must naturally cause the other, resulting in an entire new way of viewing addiction as anything but an ...
Views: 834 - The Warning Signs of Relapse - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Jim DebbiesThere are two basic components to addiction or alcohol treatment: Detox and Clinical treatment, followed by a lifelong program of Relapse Prevention. However, there exists a general misconception that once the initial, intense part of treatment has been completed it’s only a matter of staying ...
Views: 929 - Bath Salts and Addiction - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Jim DebbiesIllicit use of bath salts is a serious problem that is growing rapidly in the United States. But because this is such a new trend in substance abuse, there have been few studies conducted about what these drugs are and what health risks they pose to humans. Instead, drug enforcement officials ...
Views: 1903 - Pregnancy and Addiction - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Jim DebbiesIt is understandably difficult for people who have never struggled with addiction to feel shocked and appalled when a pregnant woman becomes addicted to drugs or alcohol. However, few people realize that just as pregnancy couldn’t stop a serious disease such as cancer, it isn’t going to stop an ...
Views: 777 - Alcoholism, Addiction and Denial Management - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Jim DebbiesFor many alcoholics and addicts, just admitting that they have a problem with drugs or alcohol is a monstrous and impressive first step toward recovery. But while this is a critical part of the overall Denial Management process, it is only the beginning of a process of self-exploration, ...
Views: 1914 - Alcoholism and Relapse Prevention during Holidays - by Submitted on May 18, 2011 from Jim DebbiesMany families enjoy alcoholic beverages as part of their gatherings during the holidays, but if you’re a recovering addict this can pose an enormous risk of relapse. Alcoholism is an associative disorder that that can make these types of events exceptionally awkward and difficult for people in ...
Views: 945 - Preventing Relapse from Addiction or Alcoholism - by Submitted on May 18, 2011 from Jim DebbiesAlcohol rehab programs and drug addiction treatment centers that place a primary focus on relapse prevention offer the best chance of success to recovering addicts and alcoholics. However, this focus can often be diluted with peripheral types of treatment that do not place enough emphasis on ...
Views: 785 - Addiction & Alcoholism: Pavlovian Substance Abuse Associations - by Submitted on May 11, 2011 from Jim DebbiesAddiction is an associative and memory disorder that has plagued mankind for thousands of years. The ancient Sumerians were getting high on opium centuries before Christ was born and Native Americans regularly ingested large quantities of peyote long before the New World was even a remote ...
Views: 1088 - How to Pay for Drug or Alcohol Rehab - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Jim DebbiesIf you or someone you care about is suffering from drug addiction or alcoholism, the last thing you want to be thinking about is how you’ll pay for treatment. But while this might be a valid concern, it shouldn’t be one that stops you from reaching out for help. There are a number of different ...
Views: 896 - Drug Rehab and Employee Assistance Programs - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Jim DebbiesIf you need a drug rehab program and your employer sponsors an Employee Assistance Program, you can get the help you need right away without any fear of reprisal- and usually without financial worry. These programs offer a number of distinct benefits for employees, including providing ...
Views: 905 - Types of Therapy for Addiction and Alcoholism - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2011 from Jim DebbiesIf you’re suffering from addiction or alcoholism, you should know that there are many effective therapies available to help you achieve a lifetime of sobriety, one day at a time. Therapy is really just a tool to combat addiction, and one of the best ways to use these tools is through the ...
Views: 936 - Club Drug Addictions and Young Adults - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2011 from Jim DebbiesClub drug addiction is a growing problem in the United States among tens of thousands of young adults. In fact, what makes the sale of club drugs unique is that they are intentionally marketed to a young demographic of users. Drugs like MDMA, Ketamine, Rohypnol and ecstasy are being sold at ...
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