According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the definition of addiction is “a chronic, relapsing brain disease characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use,…
Methamphetamine usage is the most severe drug challenge facing the state of Texas.1 2019 data from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) indicate that meth’s…
Drug addiction is a challenging, isolating disease. Often causing intense emotional and sometimes physical pain, the pattern of substance abuse can be difficult to break…
Millions of Americans struggle with drug abuse and addiction annually. Some of the most abused drugs include marijuana, cocaine, meth, and prescription medications. Addiction can…
People have used heroin for centuries for medicinal use to treat pain and recreationally to get high. Heroin first became popular in the U.S. in…
Living with chronic pain and nerve disorders can be draining and challenging. People struggling with debilitating conditions like fibromyalgia, epilepsy, and anxiety disorders receive several…
Crystal meth, also known as methamphetamine or meth, is an illicit drug that’s created by combining toxic chemicals and ingredients found in cold medicine. While…
Back pain, especially low back pain, is one of the most common complaints of American adults. There are a variety of causes associated with back…
Alcohol abuse harms the body in many ways and may also induce symptoms of underlying health conditions. Some people experience chest pain during or after…
Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are commonly prescribed for certain types of anxiety, panic, sleep, and sedation. The drug is effective because it targets a part of…