Heroin, morphine, and codeine are opiates. They’re nervous system depressants. They take away the pain, make someone feel artificial relaxation, and result in addiction. An opiate withdrawal timeline begins at the moment of initial withdrawal and continues on to rehab. A young adult opiate addiction treatment center will usher you through withdrawal so you can…
Adderall is a popular prescription drug for the treatment of ADHD. However, more and more students abuse the substance. On high school and college campuses, teens and young adults call it the smart drug. There are several Adderall addiction signs to look out for. Knowing these signs can help you identify when to seek a…
The teenage years are fundamental for establishing the foundations that you’ll need to journey through adulthood. Most teens and young adults, however, go through tumultuous periods of development. Combined with self-doubt, peer pressure and a lack of resources to help them cope, these individuals may experiment with or become addicted to drugs. Boise long term…
Treating addiction in teens is different than dealing with substance abuse issues in adults. Adolescents’ brains are still developing rapidly as they experiment with drugs. Moreover, young men have different reactions to social pressure than young women do. Although you might think that sending them to a young men’s outpatient rehab center is beneficial, they…
ADHD is a mental illness that has many misconceptions about it, and it’s important for people to understand it more. Many young people are getting diagnosed with ADHD each year, but often they don’t understand it. Not only that, but it’s also difficult for parents to have a child with ADHD without the proper knowledge…
Depression is a mental illness that affects millions of people around the world, and many people don’t understand it. One of the reasons so many people live with depression for so long is because they don’t know the symptoms. Depression doesn’t always mean that you’re having major issues, and it can affect your life in…
Why is it that some people can use alcohol or drugs recreationally without difficulty while others become trapped in the downward spiral of addiction? This is a question that individuals, families, and professionals in the field of chemical dependence have been asking for a long time. One theory is that those who become dangerously dependent…
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a problem that typically affects children to young adults. Sometimes, though, it lasts into adulthood or can even develop in adults. Despite that, studies suggest that teens with ADHD are more likely to develop substance abuse problems. However, what is the link between ADHD and addiction? Is Substance Abuse…
In most cases, teens know that drugs are dangerous for them and that there’s a chance of addiction. Then, why do teens do drugs and take the risk? Many parents and even some teens want to know the answer to this question. Why Do Teens Do Drugs? The adolescent years are a vulnerable period in…
Alcoholism is the most underrated disease in the world today, and it’s because the substance is so socially acceptable. While many people can drink alcohol without an issue, others struggle with addiction. Those who have an addiction to alcohol are at a high risk of alcohol poisoning, which can lead to permanent damage or death.…