Addiction doesn’t happen right away. When individuals take drugs or drink alcohol, many do so without becoming addicted. Several circumstances must line to create an addiction in the user. There are six stages of addiction, known as the addiction cycle. This cycle can...
Addiction can be frightening, both for the addict and their loved ones. It can have disastrous consequences for their health, relationships, and financial security. But no matter how bad things may seem, recovery is always possible. Recovery from addiction is a...
Opioid addiction in the U.S is a growing problem with the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) reporting that about 2.5 million Americans suffer from opioid use disorder. Out of the 67,367 deaths nationwide involving opioids, Indiana accounted for 1,104 deaths....
Addiction does not discriminate; it affects both men and women, young and old, all ethnicities, and people from all walks of life. No one sets out with the intention of becoming an addict, but life is complicated. Hard situations can lead to difficult choices, and...
Every day, millions of Americans juggle various responsibilities as part of their demanding lives. At the end of a busy day, some decide to take a drink or two to help them unwind and relax. There’s nothing wrong with this. Unfortunately, problems arise for some...
There’s a common misconception that people struggling with drug abuse or substance use disorder do not have jobs. However, according to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), nearly 70% of those abusing illicit drugs in the country are...
