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The Risks of Methamphetamine Abuse During Pregnancy
March 24, 2017 Posted in: Press ReleaseMethamphetamine is a very dangerous and highly addictive substance that leads to significant and possibly permanent side effects for the user. However, if that user happens to be pregnant, the child will suffer as well. Methamphetamine crosses through the placental barrier, resulting in prenatal... Continue reading →
Is There a Typical Methamphetamine User?
March 24, 2017 Posted in: Press ReleaseEveryone who uses methamphetamines could potentially become physically dependent and addicted to them. Although there is no “typical” description of a methamphetamine user, clinicians have noted that there are a few characteristics that a person with this substance abuse problem may have. For... Continue reading →
What Is Binge Drinking?
March 24, 2017 Posted in: Press ReleaseBinge drinking is a specific manner of consuming alcohol that can indicate abuse. The medical community advises both men and women to consume alcohol on a moderate basis. This means a maximum of seven alcoholic beverages for women during any given week, and 14 beverages a week for men. Binge... Continue reading →
The Relationship Between Alcohol Abuse and Depression
March 23, 2017 Posted in: Press ReleaseIt’s quite common for adults to enjoy a glass of wine after a stressful day to enable relaxation. When this behavior occurs on an occasional basis and the individual does not drink to excess, it isn’t considered alcohol abuse. However, some individuals may consume alcohol immoderately as a... Continue reading →
The Most Commonly Abused Prescription Drugs
March 23, 2017 Posted in: Press ReleaseIf a doctor prescribes it, it can’t be bad for you, right? It’s this line of thought that can cause people to slide down the slope of prescription drug abuse. Unlike cocaine, heroin, and other illegal drugs that have widespread reputations of being harmful and addictive, prescription drugs are... Continue reading →
The Societal Costs of Meth Addiction
March 23, 2017 Posted in: Press ReleaseThe physical effects of meth addiction are easy to see on a user. But did you know that meth addiction also exacts a significant financial toll? It isn’t only the individual user’s finances that suffer; the U.S. economy as a whole suffers heavy losses each year due to meth addiction.
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Recognizing the Signs of OxyContin Addiction
March 23, 2017 Posted in: Press ReleaseOxyContin is the brand name of oxycodone, which is a narcotic pain reliever. While OxyContin may be prescribed for legitimate purposes, such as relieving pain after a surgery, many people begin to abuse the drug and develop a physical dependence on it. Quite often, this is because the individual... Continue reading →
The Dangers of Improperly Using Prescription Drugs
March 23, 2017 Posted in: Press ReleaseThe premature death of actress Brittany Murphy is an example of how prescription drugs can lead to a dangerous substance abuse problem. This video explains why prescription drug dependency is so common in the United States.
Murphy is just one of many individuals who have succumbed to... Continue reading →
What Does Meth Do to Your Brain?
March 23, 2017 Posted in: Press ReleaseMeth and other addictive substances wreak havoc on your body and your brain. There are three main ways to characterize substance abuse: chronic, progressive, and fatal. Substance abuse is considered chronic because it will continue if help or intervention is not sought. Substance abuse problems... Continue reading →
The Difference Between Alcoholism and Alcohol Dependence
March 23, 2017 Posted in: Press ReleaseA person who drinks to excess may have a drinking problem, although he or she may not necessarily be addicted to alcohol. There is a key difference between alcoholism and dependence on alcohol. With alcoholism, in which a person is addicted to alcohol, the person needs to drink more and more... Continue reading →