Adolescents and young adults are turning to prescription opioids in alarming numbers. From teenagers to early 20s, the prescription drug epidemic is showing no signs of slowing down and is putting our youth in great danger to turn to other illicit opioids, like...
If you or your loved one is struggling with cocaine addiction, it's time to have a heart to heart. In recent studies, cocaine abuse has played a devasting role in cardiovascular heart problems. According to the American Heart Association, " cocaine is the perfect...
If you’re like most people, you probably have a hobby that you are passionate about. You may have even found a way to make a living off of your hobby. Nevertheless, if you don’t have a hobby, there’s always time to pick one up. Especially, if you’re a person going...
As the debate for safe injection sites starts to heat up, a controversial topic is whether supervised injection facilities are good or bad. While some people would argue that safe injection sites are an advanced preventative care method, others would argue that safe...
Have you ever wanted to help your loved one but you weren’t sure how to do it? It’s tough. While no one wants to see their loved one suffer, it kills you to know that you’re encouraging their addiction. And the worst part is, the more they ask for help, the more...
When deciding what drug rehab to go to, the benefits of certain programs are weighed against each other. The decision is usually based on how long the drug rehab program is, whether it be a long-term addiction treatment program or a short-term rehab. There are...
How to Deal with Someone on Meth Most people are familiar with “crystal meth face,” as it’s called, which is only an external sign that someone is addicted to meth. The “Faces of Meth” campaign that became a national phenomenon is a perfect example of how meth ravages...
When a loved one is struggling with addiction, it can be excruciating for us to watch, especially when they refuse our many attempts to get them help. It may feel hopeless when you are facing someone struggling with substance abuse who doesn’t want your help, and help...
Deciding to go to drug rehab is monumental, changing your life for the better isn’t always easy. Before you leave for treatment, there are many obstacles you must face, such as telling your boss you’re leaving for substance abuse treatment. If you’re struggling with...
It’s no secret that New Hampshire is in the midst of an addiction epidemic of massive proportions. The addiction crisis is sweeping through all states and demographics. The addiction problem in this country has reached a crisis point, and drug related deaths have...