
Knowing the Difference Between Opioids and Opiates
Opioids, opiates, alcohol, cocaine, steroids, and ecstasy are all examples of drugs abused on a regular basis. But many people may ask, “Aren’t opioids and

Managing the Symptoms of Cocaine Withdrawal
Withdrawal is as much a companion to addicts as the euphoria of a high and can be a strong motivator for them to keep abusing.

Dealing With Insomnia in Recovery
The recovery process can be a challenging and tedious process—one that requires great strength and willpower to achieve. Though Many people quit midway through the

Is Addiction A Choice?
Whether someone suffers from an addiction to alcohol, drugs, or sex, addiction isn’t something you wish upon another person. Human nature is flawed and some

Substance-Induced Anxiety Disorder and Dual Diagnosis
Feelings of hopelessness, discomfort, and restlessness go hand in hand with addiction—after all, nearly half of all addicts are dual diagnosis victims, meaning that they

What Symptoms to Expect During Heroin Detox
Heroin addiction accounts for over ten thousand overdose fatalities a year by the American Society of Addiction Medicine’s latest count, setting itself apart as not

The Risks of Methadone Usage
When it was first developed, Methadone was something of a miracle narcotic, treating heroin-addicted veterans from Vietnam by giving them a stronger, safer drug to

Wet Brain Syndrome: A Consequence of Alcohol Abuse
Chronic alcoholism inflicts progressively greater tolls on an addict, many of which can be cured through abstinence and treatment. However, some of the effects of

Learning and Understanding the Process of Addiction
Addiction can be a confusing, stressful, and difficult time for not only the onlookers of it but the addict themselves. Though addiction’s problems should not

The Relationship Between Drug Abuse and Crime
There is no positive outcome that results from drug use. Not only does drug use degrade one’s body, but it also: Ravages health Ruins relationships

Codeine: How and Why it’s Abused
Addiction can affect anyone regardless of their age, family history, financial status, or race. Even trying a drug one time could lead to dependence. A

Addiction: Why Relapsing is so Common
Many of us have friends or family members that have suffered from substance abuse disorder and struggled to overcome their addiction and completely recover. It’s