It can be difficult to discern when it’s appropriate to get admitted into a prescription drug addiction treatment program. Not only are the symptoms of…
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…
“It’s not easy to find a mother who would look back fondly on the time her son had cancer,” admits Jeffrey Kluger, author of “Addiction…
Addiction can be an uncomfortable topic, especially when it comes to talking to your friend or loved one about their substance abuse or their plans…
Addiction is complex and usually can’t be attributed to any one factor in a given individual. Although outward forces such as trauma and being exposed…
Pain management is a complex and controversial science, with many health advocates now warning against the dangers of addictive pain medications. While there are several…
Antidepressant medications are commonly prescribed to treat several different mental illnesses including anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. They work by helping the brain build up…
There are certain characteristics commonly associated with individuals in each respective birth order, some of which is supported in research and others that are seemingly…
The number of senior citizens with drug addiction is on the rise in the United States. Prescription painkillers, such as hydrocodone and other opioids, play…
Prescription painkillers are becoming an addiction epidemic for people across the country of all ages and backgrounds. The reason behind it is complicated but understanding…