Stigma surrounds addiction, the common perception being that it is a condition of weakness and moral corruption that individuals choose to take on. Unfortunately, addiction is a disease that anyone can develop. Prescription medications, cigarettes, alcohol, illicit drugs, and destructive … Continue reading
High sensation seekers are defined as having an acute sensitivity to their environmental surroundings and personal interactions. This personality trait is characterized by the need for stimulation, and is related to a preference for novel, intense and complex experiences. They … Continue reading
You hear it all the time, that it just takes a few drinks – maybe even just one – to change your life, to have an addiction and become an alcoholic. It’s the same with drugs. One day you’re smoking … Continue reading
When a young adult engages in substance abuse, his or her friends and family members tend to be significantly affected; but, it is often the parents who often feel the greatest impact. The lies and secret lives are hard to … Continue reading
Starting a conversation about drug and alcohol abuse is difficult for any parent. There is no one right way to approach a teenager, and parents are often unclear if their guidance even makes a difference. Although it can be an … Continue reading
Can you imagine driving around on the holidays and getting hit by a drunk driver? For Bob Kent, and many others, this story is all too familiar. Kent lost his own son and two of his friends on Christmas Day, … Continue reading
Forget street drugs, millions of kids today are stopping by their local pharmacy to pick up over-the-counter (OTC) medicines to achieve a long-lasting high because it’s far cheaper and just as potent as any illegal drug. The primary culprits are … Continue reading
The holidays can be one of the most challenging times of the year for families who have someone suffering from substance abuse. The abundance of drinking at parties and social gatherings can be torturous for a recovering alcoholic. Teens with … Continue reading
Today the media is buzzing about World AIDS Day. Across the globe, progress against HIV has been made, but the fight against the disease is far from over. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates there are about 33 million … Continue reading
It’s well-known that alcohol stays in the body for some time after consumption, but how long does it stay in the body? And why is it that different people seem to sober up faster than others? The simple answer to … Continue reading
