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Drug Articles
Is It Abuse or Addiction?
Substance abuse or addiction is the chronic or habitual use of any chemical substance - alcohol, drugs, tobacco, & prescription medication - used with the intention of altering states of body or mind for other than medically warranted purposes.
The Link Between Substance Abuse & PTSD
An emerging body of research has documented a very strong association between Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and substance abuse. Of individuals with substance use disorders, 30 to 60 percent meet the criteria for comorbid PTSD. Patients with substance abuse disorders tend to suffer from more severe PTSD symptoms than do PTSD patients without substance use disorders.
Selecting a Treatment Program
If you or someone you care for is abusing or addicted to alcohol and or drugs and needs treatment, it is important to know that no single treatment approach is appropriate for all individuals. Finding the right treatment program involves careful consideration of such things as the setting, length of care, philosophical approach and your or your loved one's needs.
Myths About Drug Treatment
Millions of people have a problem with alcohol and illicit drugs. And there are millions who have had to confront a loved one’s use of alcohol and drugs. Eventually, it's time to seek out how treatment works and where to go for help. The first step is to learn the facts.
Information Especially for Parents and Caregivers
After spending most of their life being influenced by their parents/caregivers, teens are also being influence by other individuals – most often their peers. When your kid reaches adolescence they still need their parents close enough to talk about problems yet far enough so they can make informed decisions for themselves.
Tweleve Question to Ask all Rehab Centers
If you or someone you care for is dependent on alcohol or drugs and needs treatment, it is important to know that no single treatment approach is appropriate for all individuals. Finding the right treatment program involves careful consideration of such things as the setting, length of care, philosophical approach and your or your loved one's needs.
