Many addictions begin as a coping mechanism or a way of filling a spiritual void. As a result, people in treatment for addiction must learn to deal with their emotions...
Meth Abuse and Addiction
Methamphetamine or “meth” is a neurotoxin sold as a mind-altering and stimulant drug. Meth is manufactured in illegal labs and is highly addictive. Street names for...
Types of Drug Tests
Learn About the Different Types of Drug Testing Services What is a Drug Test? A drug test analyzes an individual’s sample for the presence of illegal or prescription...
Polysubstance Addiction
Identifying, Understanding, and Treating Polysubstance Addiction Polysubstance dependence is officially defined as abusing three or more substances for a period of 12...
Letting Go of Shame and Guilt
A stigma is often attached to people with drug addiction and alcoholism. These diseases are often associated with people who are out of control, dysfunctional, or...
Living just for Today
Believing in oneself is an essential component to the treatment of drug and alcohol addiction. Patients in recovery will begin to look healed, and the their physical...
Combating Stress and Addiction: 10 Techniques
Ten Techniques for Combating Stress and Addiction Whether you have struggled with substance abuse or not, it should be no surprise that combating stress is vital to...
You Can Help
Someone suffering from chemical dependency cannot stop using drugs or alcohol on his or her own. The addict may realize that the situation has spun out of control, but...
Teen Drug Abuse: Prescriptions and Over the Counter Drugs
The Facts Teen drug abuse is a growing problem. No, it's not marijuana that we're concerned about, but FDA approved medications. The 2012 Partnership Attitude Tracking...
The Cost of Addiction Treatment
An Investment in the Future No matter the disease, healthcare costs weigh heavily on individuals seeking treatment. When addiction is the disease the costs of...