Understanding the Opioid Crisis in the US
In the quest for understanding the opioid crisis, it's vital first to learn more about this drug class. Opioids, which comprise of both heroin and prescription painkillers, are extremely addictive drugs. With just a few...
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Comprehensive Guide to the Dangers of Drinking Alcohol
Alcohol is widely abused in many parts of the world. In the US, the dangers of drinking alcohol culminate in the loss of six lives every day; unfortunately, very few people who are struggling with...
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The Shocking Heroin Statistics and Solutions to the Crisis
An estimated 3 million people in the US are suffering from opioids use disorder. Also, more than 13.5 million people across the globe depend on opioids. According to the study, 9.2 million of this number...
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What Is the Heroin Epidemic? What You Need to Know About
If you’re concerned about your well-being or want to get help for a loved one, you may wonder – what is the heroin epidemic? Heroin is an opioid, which is a group that consists of...
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The History of Heroin Use in the US
Do you know how heroin attained its epidemic status? But where did it originate? This short history of heroin use can assist you to comprehend the drug and what to do if you or someone...
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Types of Medication-Assisted Treatment
Regardless of how severe addiction is, there is a wide range of treatments available to pull a person out of substance abuse and get on the road to recovery. Evidence-based treatment and holistic care are...
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Drugs, Alcohol, and a Compromised Immune System
It seems as though there are plenty of people that want to believe that only the elderly and those with compromised immune systems have to worry about Covid-19. However, some people claim that the disease...
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Medication-Assisted Treatment Statistics
More countries in the world are experiencing a rise in the use of opioids. This causes a rise in demand for substance abuse treatment and prevention services. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC),...
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Safety at Rehab
With thousands of people dying from the effects of the coronavirus, you may wonder whether now is a safe time to seek treatment for a drug or alcohol abuse disorder. Our answer to this may...
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Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction
This type of treatment helps your child overcome their addiction to opioids. Opioids include illegal drugs such as heroin and prescription painkillers. Examples of pain relievers include Vicodin and oxytocin. They also include other drugs...
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