Substance Abuse

Depression is a common and often harrowing mental illness. The following statistics provided by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH) drive home that point: Depression is not merely being “down in the dumps”; it is a serious mental illness […]

Cocaine is a popular illicit drug found in many countries, and a significant challenge to public health. Millions of people worldwide suffer from cocaine addiction, and the impact is tremendous—the symptoms of cocaine use change from one individual to the […]

Anxiety is a crippling mental disorder that is common in the United States. According to data provided by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 40 million Americans aged 18 years and older experience anxiety. While anxiety is highly treatable, […]

When individuals fall and hurt themselves and require pain management, there are a number of prescription medications that medical professionals may prescribe. One of these opioid options is called Vicodin. This pain management medication has many uses to support individuals […]

Over the last few years, one of the fastest-growing trends in drug addiction has been opioids. Though their use has been evident for centuries, in the 21st century, they are known for their dramatic impact on overdose statistics and their […]

Identified a century ago as a potentially addictive and dangerous drug, heroin use has continued across the globe. Heroin is often looked at as a gateway drug to harder drugs as it is easy to access and extremely addictive. Many […]

The body is solid and resilient but can be beaten up, torn down, and rotted from the inside out. Alcohol affects the body by slowing down normal processes. While often minimal, it can be highly damaging in the long run. […]

When you are worried about a loved one, everything looks like a sign or symptom of something serious. But when it comes to substance abuse, what signs or symptoms you notice can make the difference between life and death. Learn […]

When an individual uses cocaine for the first time, their thought typically isn’t about how cocaine impacts the body, but they should. Cocaine affects the body’s functions and the brain’s ability to process and respond. Taking cocaine is dangerous and […]

Prescription drug abuse is a growing problem in the United States. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, around 18 million people misused prescription drugs in 2017. Prescription drugs are legal drugs prescribed by doctors to treat various medical […]