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Inhalant abuse and addiction involves hundreds of different chemicals that can be inhaled, sniffed or “huffed”. The goal of sniffing the inhalants is to achieve a mind-altering affect. Most, but not all, inhalants create the desired “high” by blocking oxygen to the brain. The vast majority of inhalants that are abused are everyday products that […]
Heroin use is widespread. Heroin is an illegal drug that comes from the “Opium Poppy” plant. Opium Poppy plants are grown in large quantities in some areas of the world but are regulated and controlled. They are also grown as ornamental flowering plants in some private and public gardens. The two primary substances harvested from […]
Meth addiction refers to an addiction to the psychoactive drug methamphetamine. Methamphetamine has a few medicinal uses but is mostly used as a recreational drug. It is highly addictive and frequent use will lead to severe dependence and eventually death. Meth can be prescribed by physicians for the treatment of ADHD, obesity, narcolepsy and persistent […]
Xanax withdraw happens when Xanax has been used consistently over a long period of time and is stopped suddenly. It can happen when the dose is reduced too fast. It can also happen if Xanax has been used over a shorter period of time but was used in large doses. A person taking 4mg or […]
Process addictions are the psychological addiction to a behavior or activity. There are a number of common process addictions but almost any behavior/activity that is routinely engaged in for its pleasurable effects can become a process addiction. Process addictions do not always involve the use of or the addiction to drugs, alcohol or other substances. […]
Prescription drug abuse is a serious problem for millions of people. It involves the use of prescription medication without having a prescription for it. It also involves using the medication in ways other than prescribed. Millions of people from all walks of life and occupations are abusing or are addicted to prescription drugs and are […]
Self-harming behavior is sometimes referred to “self-mutilation” or “self-injury”. People who engage in self-harming behavior purposely hurt themselves to varying degrees depending on how serious the self-harming has become. Self-harming behavior takes many forms. Self-harming usually begins in adolescence or the early 20s. In the majority of cases, the act of self-harm is not for […]
Internet addiction, also called “Internet Addiction Disorder”, centers on excessive internet use that interferes with a person’s daily life. Activities that are often associated with internet addiction include but are not limited to: Gambling Online gaming Shopping Watching videos/movies Watching pornography Social networking Online bidding Signs and Symptoms of Internet Addiction For people who have […]
Recovery from a mental health disorder, including addiction, is a process that occurs over time. The process of recovery is deeply personal and is often referred to as a “journey”. As a person adopts various elements of recovery into his life, he develops an overall attitude or philosophy of recovery. Hope Hope is one of […]
Long term addiction treatment can be anywhere from three months to two years. This type of treatment is most recommended for those with a long history of drug and alcohol abuse, especially those with frequent relapses back into addiction. Long term facilities use a variety of treatment approaches with a focus on getting sober and […]
