The Importance Of Setting Boundaries With An Addicted Loved One
One of the most difficult aspects of living with a loved one with addiction issues is that they lose their ability to recognize the consequences of their actions. This can lead to the kind of destructive behavior that drives wedges between family members, breaking even the closest bonds irreparably. Specialist alcohol and drug addiction treatment […]
CAN DRUG ABUSE LEAD TO MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES?
Known as dual-diagnosis, it is not uncommon for addiction and mental illness to go hand in hand, although it is not always obvious which condition pre-existed the other. This is because although mental illness can lead to addictive behavior, addictive behavior can also lead to symptoms of mental disorder. There are also other factors that […]
THE LINK BETWEEN ADDICTION AND DEPRESSION
Addiction and depression often go hand in hand although there are many misconceptions about both conditions. For a start, depression is not something you can snap out of and addiction isn’t the result of an over-indulgent personality. It is important to remember that both addiction and depression are illnesses; depression is a mental illness and […]
FIRST RESPONDERS ARE SPENDING MORE ON OVERDOSE REVERSAL DRUG
A new drug that is able to reverse an opioid overdose and save thousands of lives each year is currently being rolled-out to first-responders across the country. In the US, more than 33,000 deaths are caused by opioid overdose each year and until now, those often first on the scene have been powerless to assist. […]
WHY ADDICTION RECOVERY REQUIRES MORE THAN JUST A ‘VACCINE FOR ADDICTION’
While it would obviously be great to treat the very complex disease of addiction with a few shots of vaccine, there are many reasons why this approach would almost certainly not work. As the government attempts to address the significant opioid abuse problem in America, suggestions have been made that research should be undertaken to […]
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ADDICTION AND ADHD
For those suffering from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD, anything intoxicating is a risky business. According to recent research, more than 15% of adults with ADHD had either used or were completely dependent on drugs or alcohol for the 12 months prior to the survey. The same research showed the most commonly abused substances […]
WHY DIY DETOX OFTEN FAILS WITHOUT MEDICAL SUPPORT
There is a common misconception, usually held by families and people close to addicts, that alcohol or drug detox can be handled on their own. It is often the expense and complexity of seeking professional addiction treatment that forces people to consider other options which, unfortunately, rarely work. Addicts can also feel capable of conducting […]
KEY DIFFERENCES BETWEEN ABSTINENCE AND RECOVERY
It is now widely acknowledged that addiction is a chronic disease that ruins lives as well as health. The effects of addiction filter through entire social groups, which is how it permeates our society and continues to exist. For those in the grip of addiction it can be an incredibly lonely place to dwell, although […]
OPIOID PRESCRIPTIONS DECLINE BUT LEVELS STILL TOO HIGH ACCORDING TO CDC
New research published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that the amount of opioid prescriptions written in America between 2010 and 2015 fell by 18%. Despite the success in reducing the number of Americans receiving opioid-based prescription drugs, the level still remains three times higher than it was back in 1999. […]
WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS FOR SCHOOLING KIDS WITH ADDICTION?
Addiction is not just a condition suffered by adults alone. There are rising numbers of adolescents and young adults struggling with issues caused by drug or substance abuse in America today. Young addicts have a unique set of challenges to face when receiving treatment for addiction, particularly the question of where and how to continue […]
AN ATHLETE’S UNCONVENTIONAL PROGRAM COULD HELP DRUG ADDICTS HEAL
Activists and lawmakers alike are constantly investigating new ways to deal with the rising problem of substance addiction in America. In recent months, a high-profile endurance athlete Ryan Burke has revealed an entirely new approach to addiction therapy called ‘Mind Strength.’ The high-ranking international athlete has developed an unconventional approach to addiction treatment based on […]
CAN ANIMAL-ASSISTED THERAPY HELP ADDICTS?
It’s hard not to love animals, and many people experience a calming effect when petting a cat, dog or other furry friend. Human beings are by nature a pack animal, which is why co-existing with animals comes naturally to us. This is the reason there are so many benefits to caring for and spending time […]