Our understanding of addiction needs to change. Currently, the dominant view sees dependency as a kind of moral failure. Addicts encounter a drug, fail to resist the temptation to take it, develop a habit, get hooked, and then, through their actions, cause damage to...
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, often relying on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to help manage their work and personal obligations. At the end of a busy day, some decide to take a drink or two...
The core purpose of methamphetamine is therapeutic; the substance can be used to manage health conditions such as Attention Deficit Disorder when prescribed in a clinical setting. However, like many substances, methamphetamine can also be used by those without an...
There’s a common misconception that people struggling with drug abuse or substance use disorder who need rehab do not have jobs. However, according to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), nearly 70% of those abusing illicit drugs in...
Addiction can affect anyone, it’s something we see in society across all ages and ethnicities, from rich and poor backgrounds, and in both educated and less educated people. The types of drugs used will often differ but the point remains the same, addiction doesn’t...
