Clarifying Misconceptions About Drug Addiction Drug addiction is not a choice, but rather a chronic disease characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use. People who are addicted to drugs cannot control
Relapse and Recovery Affleck first entered rehab in 2001. He was sober for “a couple of years,” and maintained a regular relationship with alcohol for “about eight years” after that.
Like any other industry, the illegal drug market has been affected by the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) crisis of 2020. As a result, heroin has become less accessible and those
The year 2020 quickly turned into a situation no one saw coming. Around the world, people are being held to strict lockdowns and stay-at-home orders as a result of the
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” but for recovering addicts, temptation lurks around every corner. While you may want to eat, drink, and be merry with your family
Are you tired of waking up every day at the bottom of a bottle? Is your first thought when dealing with any stressful situation, “I need a drink”? Addiction isn’t
World Mental Health Day is almost upon us and, for those who struggle with a substance abuse problem, mental health disorders often come with the territory. When an individual suffers
Is Addiction a Disease or a Bad Behavior? “Why do I keep using drugs or drinking?” If you found this website because you are trying to solve that problem, you
Admitting you have a problem is the best thing an addict can do for themselves. The next step is to kick the habit for good. You’re better off entering into
While attending an inpatient rehab program is often touted as the only way to recover from a substance use disorder, these programs can’t guarantee lasting healing. In fact, between 40
It’s a dramatic scene frequently repeated on television and movies — someone gets fed up with their friend or family member’s addiction, drives them to a drug treatment center, and
Why Are More and More Veterans Turning to Drugs to Combat Their PTSD? It’s no secret that an increasing number of American veterans are battling drug and alcohol disorders that
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