Substance Abuse Archive
Is Drug Addiction a Choice?
Drug addiction is a disease, not a choiceAt the outset, it must be stated that drug addiction is absolutely not a choice. Drug addiction or substance use disorder is known
Defining, Identifying & Treating Substance Use Disorder
Mayo Clinic defines substance use disorder as, “a disease that affects a person's brain and behavior and leads to an inability to control the use of a legal or illegal
Why You Should Consider Medication-Assisted Treatment for Your Recovery
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, in 2018 two out of every three overdoses involved an opioid. Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states
The Causes, Dangers and Side Effects of Substance Use
When it comes to drus and alcohol use, everyone knows there are subsequent risks present, whether use is a one-time thing or a habit developed over many years. No matter
Addressing 5 of the Most Popular Substance Use Myths
Excessive use of destructive substances - whether those are opioids, illegal drugs, alcohol, pain medication, etc. - can quickly reduce self-confidence and cripple productivity. Worse, substance use practices can impair
Avoiding Substance Use During Pregnancy
It’s no secret that from day one in your pregnancy, you’re “eating for two.” Your child receives nutrients from the same foods you consume, making it doubly as important that
Understanding the Relationship Between Substance Use and Diabetes
Substance use - whether isolated, occasional or chronic - can impose both short and long-term effects on health and well-being, not to mention the effects it has on family and
