Percocet Addiction Percocet is a powerful prescription pain medication that can prove fatal if it is abused. The drug is often prescribed for the treatment of muscle and oral pain, joint injury and other types of pain. Percocet is a combination of...
Top 10 Most Commonly Abused Drugs Thousands of people are abusing drugs every day in the U.S. They are sold illegally on the street, are purchased with a prescription, or bought legally such as alcohol, tobacco products and in some states, marijuana....
The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that daily marijuana use will cause dependency and addiction in 25 to 50 percent of its users. In their 2013 study, marijuana use in the U.S. was estimated at 4.2 million people. In addition, the...
I’ve spent a large part of my life, even before I started drinking, believing that disaster was inevitably around the corner at all times. I can’t even count the mornings I woke up with negative thoughts already beating down the door of...
To leave or not to leave the alcoholic, that is the question. I have been in this situation several times, even in sobriety. It can be one of the most difficult decisions to make, because while staying in the misery seems impossible,...
“A mother’s love is a fuel that enables the human being to do the impossible.” -Marion C. Garretty That quote is just the tip of the iceberg about a mother?s love for her daughter or son. No matter how tough a mom is...
A Naturally-Produced Chemical Can Also be Manufactured Medical science has finally shed some much-needed light on the problem of dopamine addiction. At one time addiction was thought to be a reflection of weak character and wrong choices. But now, after decades of...
If you are looking for some entertainment this weekend, why not spend some time with loved ones watching a movie!? After all, nothing ends a night like some popcorn and a good show. There are plenty of inspiring ones – from the...
“When Writing the Story of Your Life, don’t let anyone else hold the pen.” -Rebel Thriver I think of this quote often as I make some big changes in my life. I am quitting a job that I hate to pursue writing...
Patients who seek treatment for addiction often suffer from depleted self-confidence and can feel hopeless against their addiction. Motivational Interviewing is a strategy in addiction treatment that is used to encourage those suffering from substance abuse to change their lifestyle and embrace...
