Heroin is derived from the poppy plant Papaver somniferum. This plant is also the main ingredient for other drugs like morphine and pain medications with…
Methamphetamine—or meth—is a highly addictive stimulant drug. It is derived from amphetamine, a legally prescribed Schedule II stimulant drug. While not a commonly prescribed medication,…
Opioid addiction—like any addiction— is a disease. Substance misuse adversely affects every part of the body, including the physical, mental, and spiritual. Being able to…
Cocaine abuse and addiction continue to be a problem in the United States. It is a popular party drug among young adults, who view it…
Benzodiazepines—commonly called benzos—are prescription sedatives to treat anxiety, seizures, and panic attacks. Valium and Xanax are two of the most notable brand-name versions of the…
Offering continued support between a full-time treatment experience and independent living is critical to a successful recovery from addiction. At an accredited addiction treatment facility…
Taking risks is not abnormal for young people. But it can lead to drug use, and by extension, an addiction for those who abuse drugs.…
Dual diagnosis, also known as co-occurring disorders, is a term used to describe the presence of both a mental health disorder and a substance use…
Heroin addiction is a complex and devastating problem affecting millions worldwide. It destroys not only the lives of those who use it and their families…
There are going to be times in your recovery that you want to go back to using substances. It isn’t always going to be an…