By nature, drug use tends to be an activity that people engage in secretly. This activity especially pertains to those family, friends, coworkers, and other loved ones who are close to a particular person. Typically, loved ones meet drug use with disapproval, anger, and other negative emotions. Despite this, there are several clear signs of…
Alcohol use in teens is a problem of epidemic proportions. Though it doesn’t typically receive as much media coverage as other types of substance use disorders, the presence of alcohol addiction signs in teens can set up a whole generation for significant issues in the future. How Common Is Alcohol Addiction In Teens? You might…
There are many shocking facts related to alcohol abuse statistics. The number of individuals in the U.S., and around the world that have an issue with alcohol abuse continues to increase in spite of efforts to reduce the statistics. People with an alcohol addiction sometimes do not realize that they are actually a part of…
Do you know the answer to the question, ‘What is alcohol abuse?’ Do you know whether you or your loved one has an alcohol use disorder? The answers to these and other questions help individuals understand what is alcohol abuse, and how it potentially affects them. The Promises Behavioral Health experienced professionals helps clients and…
There are common illnesses that often result in a compromised immune system, such as the flu. While some people get a mild case of the flu, others experience serious, even deadly consequences. This is magnified many times when thinking of the coronavirus. There are some risks that likely increase your risk of getting coronavirus, or…
There are several myths that some individuals with an alcohol abuse disorder or a substance use disorder believe about their addiction. There are other myths that people sometimes believe about individuals that engage in alcohol abuse or substance abuse due to addiction to other drugs. Do you believe that you do not need treatment? Does…
Alcoholism is not something that a person can just stop on their own. This myth is common among those with limited knowledge about alcoholism and what are the causes of alcohol abuse. Research shows that there are several factors that potentially play a role in excessive alcohol consumption and alcohol abuse. The Promises Behavioral Health…
Do you really know the answer to the question, ‘What is heroin?’ If you use this substance, you know that it gets you high. Do you really know what is in it, and the true dangers associated with this drug? What is the heroin overdose rate in the U.S.? What is the death rate of…
Do you believe that the history of heroin use dates back to a few years ago? Some people potentially think that it originated in dark alleys during the 1960s. At this time, movie and music starts began glamorizing drug use. Moreover, many authors wrote about it extensively. The truth about the history of heroin use…
COVID-19, the virus that quickly spread across the globe and reached pandemic status, is especially hard on those who have underlying health issues. As someone who is in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction, what does that mean for you? Addiction and your physical health are the two most important areas of your life right…