Despite the many long-term effects of heroin use, it continues to be a drug of choice for so many individuals around the world. Some estimates suggest that more than nine million people use heroin worldwide, while the NIDA estimates nearly one million in the United States alone.  Additionally, nearly 700,000 Americans have a heroin use…

Drug use has been a problem in the US for as long as we can remember, but the danger has elevated over the past few decades and continues to put millions of people at risk – especially among meth users. Without awareness, treatment, and prevention, it’ll only grow worse. More than 2.6 million Americans above…

Between alcohol consumption and drug use, addiction impacts millions of people every day. It affects not only the individual that’s addicted, but also their friends, family members, and those that surround them on a daily basis. Without help, addiction can and will fundamentally ruin lives.  According to recent studies, approximately 17.6 million adults abuse alcohol…

Xanax is one of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the United States. Commonly used in the treatment of anxiety, Xanax is an effective short-term component of a comprehensive anxiety management treatment plan. While effective, Xanax is highly addictive and can be easily abused. When people develop a Xanax dependency or a Xanax addiction, it…

Opioids are a potent class of drugs that are highly addictive and have become a major health problem here in the United States. The CCD reports that 75,673 Americans died due to opioid overdose in a 12-month period ending in April 2021. It is also estimated that 21 to 29 percent of Americans misuse…

For many people who struggle with drug addiction, they feel they are fighting a losing battle. Despite the feelings of hopelessness and despair a person feels, addiction is a treatable condition . With the advances in drug treatment and understanding of addiction as a disease, addicts can get the professional help they need to…