Drug abuse and addiction are serious issues. All too often, we view them as general epidemics — until they start to impact your everyday life. These five drug abuse statistics show just how pervasive drug use and addiction truly is. More Teens Use Marijuana Than Cigarettes For high school students, both marijuana and tobacco products…
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Substance abuse treatment centers help people get their drug problems under control before they spiral out. Unfortunately, not everyone knows the difference between substance abuse and addiction. They also don’t know what to expect from substance abuse centers. Knowing what to expect can help reduce anxiety about visiting these centers. Differences Between Addiction and Substance…
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If you’re dealing with a loved one who has an addiction to drugs or alcohol, figuring out how to get them treated for drug abuse may feel like a huge challenge. For many, it doesn’t make sense why a person would continue to choose drugs over his or her family. The reality is that drug…
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Many people will never have to deal with the struggle of addiction. However, a number of people eventually turn to drugs for a variety of reasons. People are wondering more and more, “Why do people use drugs?”, because of the growing number of drug users. Why Do People Use Drugs? The truth is that people…
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Although many people aren’t aware of it, by definition, addiction is a disease. Not understanding that addiction is a disease means that as a society, we’re going to continue neglecting this very serious illness. The debate about whether this is a disease or not is over, due to scientific evidence. Studies show us that the…
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Drugs are pretty commonplace in the United States. People take over the counter, illegal and prescription drugs on a daily basis. In the case of prescription drugs, just because the drugs come from a doctor doesn’t mean that they’re any less addictive. With so many prescription drugs out there, people often wonder which are the…
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There are rehab centers in every state across the country. However, many rehab centers in Arizona offer advantages that you won’t find in other facilities. People know Arizona rehab centers for their caring staff and reliable services, as well as the serene surroundings they offer. It’s important for people to know some advantages of visiting…
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Detox is an important part of every drug rehab program. In fact, proper detox lays the foundation for a strong rehab experience. However, many people still ask, “How does detox work?” Since many people don’t know what detox is or how it works, they’re afraid to enroll. How Does Detox Work? Detox is short for…
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One of the most common questions prospective addiction recovery clients have is, “How long does alcohol withdrawal last?” It’s a valid question, but the answer is different for everyone. Learn more about the duration of alcohol withdrawal, what it might entail and what comes after the withdrawal is complete. How Long Does Alcohol Withdrawal Last?…
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Finding the best addiction treatment centers isn’t always as easy as it seems when you’re looking for help. You need to know that there are many facilities, but some are much better than others. What separates these facilities is in the details of what they offer. It’s difficult enough to admit that you need help…
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