Published June 27, 2011 | 
Addiction occurs when there is a cross over from using, or abusing, a substance, to the need to take it and a resulting loss of normal self control.
A drug user normally has a reason for starting the use of a certain substance. Although some uses are of illegal drugs such as marujana or cocaine, used to relax or boost energy in some situations, other drugs that are addictive can be sleeping pills or painkillers used to self medicate for
Published June 18, 2011 | It’s unfortunate that an article like this has to be written about prescription drug addiction but with prescription drug abuse on the rise, especially amongst teens and young people, it’s vitally important to know what to look for in order to help the individual. Unfortunately, the problem with these drugs is that most people, because these drugs are legal, don’t understand that they are highly addictive and with prolonged use, the person can end up with a prescription drug addiction
Published June 13, 2011 | It’s a reality that many parents are faced with, but none look forward to: Realizing that a child needs help for substance abuse and addiction. If you are still unsure if your child is using alcohol or drugs to the extent that he/she needs a teen drug treatment program, the following guidelines may help. Signs of teen drug or alcohol use include:
Sudden, unfavorable changes in friends
Negative changes in schoolwork or truancy from school
Depression, withdrawal, or hostility; these
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