Posts Tagged ‘drug abuse’
Substance Abuse Statistics
Lately, I have been watching people I love who are in recovery slip back into their old habits. It is sad to watch the ones you love slip away. Since my recovery, I watched seven lose their lives and tons fall. Some that fall come back quickly, realizing this is not what they wanted, whereas…
Read MoreStigma Behind Addiction
I recently had a run-in with a person who has no idea what addiction is and what addiction does to families. I was called a junkie, and I am far from this. Sometimes I find that individuals with no family who went through addiction or themselves tend to push the word stigma around more. Stigma…
Read MoreAddiction Vs. Recovery
How did you realize you were an addict? I met a game warden who searched my car. His words were to tell my dealer to stop selling me drugs, or I would lose everything I worked for. A year later, I was in the process of losing my home, my car was undrivable, CPS was…
Read MoreThe Link Between Athletes and Prescription Drug Abuse
The Link Between Athletes and Prescription Drug Abuse Prescription drug abuse is an epidemic and it can be problematic for all demographics. One group that is particularly at risk, but often overlooked, is athletes. For several reasons, athletes may be more likely to abuse prescription drugs, develop addictions and need treatment to embrace a healthy,…
Read MorePlanning an Intervention for a Loved One in Need of Drug Rehab
Interventions are sometimes viewed negatively, but, in many cases, they are integral to the long-term health, safety and sobriety of a loved one. Unfortunately, many family members and friends are concerned about whether an intervention is the best course of action. Understanding the Intervention An intervention for drug use occurs when family, friends or other…
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