When an individual ingests more of a drug than their system can tolerate, they will experience an overdose. The amount it takes to overdose will vary for each person, but the more potent a drug is, the greater the likelihood of overdose. Most addictive substances carry some risk of overdose when abused, so it is…
When a person has been using cocaine habitually, their body begins to adapt to the effects of those substances, and develops a physical and psychological dependence on it. If they stop taking the substance, they will likely experience symptoms of withdrawal. Withdrawal symptoms range in duration and severity but generally have physical and mental manifestations. …
Art therapy is often used in different settings, especially for those who are neurodivergent (think of those with autism or those with learning disabilities). In this article, we share the benefits of art therapy for treating addiction. That is, art therapy can help those with substance abuse disorders or addiction in their journey to healing. …
If you suffered from alcoholism or have lived with someone who struggles with alcohol, you understand firsthand how detrimental and life-altering this disease can be. Alcohol abuse not only affects the health and well-being of the person consuming the substance but family members and friends involved usually get the short end of the stick as…
Heroin is one of the most addictive, deadliest drugs on the market and negatively impacts the lives of thousands of individuals every year. Although it can be difficult to realize your loved one has an addiction to heroin, they might exhibit key signs showing that they are suffering from an addiction problem. Learning how to…
We all know about the opioid epidemic that has been going on in America for quite some time. Covid-19 being introduced has only added fuel to the fire, making it an even more challenging time for individuals across the United States. According to the CDC, there were over 81,000 drug overdose deaths in the US…