Since recreational marijuana has been legalized in many states, marijuana edibles have become all the rage. These edibles are widely regarded as harmless and even…
PCP (phencyclidine) is still a highly addictive and dangerous drug that is associated with unpredictable behavior and life-threatening side effects. It was initially developed as…
The opioid epidemic has harmed countless individuals and their loved ones across the country in recent years. Despite substantial efforts toward reducing opioid misuse, the…
A substance abuse disorder occurs when an individual develops alcohol or drug dependency that harms their life. Often, this individual can’t or doesn’t want to…
Have you noticed your young adult or adolescent behaving differently recently, with no obvious explanation? Perhaps they always seem to be tired, hostile, or depressed?…
The NC opioid epidemic has claimed thousands of lives. Between 1999 and 2016, 12,000 residents of North Carolina died of opioid overdoses. Opioid addiction has…
When an overdose occurs from overuse of an opioid, the brain starts to shut down, breathing slows, and the heart rate falls. As this is…
Many things in life are created around the idea that we, as people, are all cast from the same mold. Some treatment specialists believe our…
Unfortunately, teen substance use is a common problem. Peer pressure can influence teenagers to try drugs or alcohol initially. Over time, recreational use can turn…
Substance use in the workplace affects everyone involved. Like most people, individuals who have a drug addiction have to work to earn money. When they…
