Addiction
Addiction is a progressive, and dangerous disease which, when left untreated, can lead to devastating consequences including death. There is no cure for addiction and it's widespread effects, but with proper treatment, addiction can be controlled so that addicts can live a healthy and productive life in recovery. This website is dedicated to informing the public about addiction and addiction treatment and we strive to make this terrible disease more understandable, making the chances of addiction rehabilitation success greater with a higher understanding.
The following articles will go into depth to describe addiction and it's devastating efefcts on the addict, his family, and society at large. These articles will explain the details of the disease of addiction and it's various manifestations, including prescription drug addiction, opiate addition, cocaine addiction, alcohol addition, and benzodiazepine addiction.
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The following article is intended to describe drug addiction and addiction recovery. Drug addiction is a complex disease and for millions of addicts worldwide, the various treatment methodologies to drug addiction can be confusing without an undertsanding of the addiction itself. This article will help to take the guesswork out of drug addction, its effects and dangers.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 03 September 2008 )
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Percription Drug addiction has become a growing social concern over recent years with more widespread recreational use of prescription medications falling in the opiate and benzodiazepine classes of drugs. Common opiate prescription addictions come from drugs like OxyContin, Vicodin, Norco, Dulaudid, and Methadone. These medications are intended to be used to relieve moderate to severe pain, but their euphoric side effects have created numerous cases of addiction throughout our society.
Benzodiazepine prescription addiction is also a grpwing problem in society. Commonly abused, and very addictive benzdiazepines include Xanax, Valium, Ativan, and Klonopin. Typically prescribed as sleep aids or relief from anxiety or seizure concern, benzodiazepines are highly addictive given their sedating effects.
The following articles explain the differences between various prescription drugs and their respective effects and dangers. You will also find information about the complications of prescription addictions as well as the addiction detox and treatment process.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 06 May 2008 )
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Drug addiction continues to be a major concern for society and the concern grows with every passing year. Not only do drug and alcohol addiction effect the addict and his or her loved ones, but also scoiety at large with rippling effects. The following article will explain the effects of drug addiction on individuals, families, neighborhoods, and the larger society. Drug addiction's dibilitating effects range from financial, to functional, to emotional and should by no means be taken lightly.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 03 September 2008 )
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Addiction information and resources on addiction and addiction treatment. The following article outlines what addicton is, the details of the diesease of addiction, how it impacts addicts, their loved ones and society, as wel as addiction treatment and rehab options.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 06 May 2008 )
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Heroin, a dangerous and extremely addictive opiate continues to destroy millions of lives not only by means of addiction, but overdose and death. The following articles will explain the nature and origin of heroin, it's effects, heroin addiction, detoxification, and treatment and recovery. Heroin is an extremely dangerous drug and has been proven one of the most addictive, with herion addicts relapsing more than any other drug.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 06 May 2008 )
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Cocaine has been a socia issue for decades and has never lost it's appeal, or potential for addiction. For the millions of people struggling with cocaine addiction, the following articles contain information about the substance, effects of cocaine use and addiction, and the process of finding recovery from cocaine addiction throug drug treatment and rehabilitation centers.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 06 May 2008 )
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Teen addiction is a dangerous problem facing parents and society at large. More and more adults are taking potentially dangerous and addictive prescription medications and more and more teens are getting into their parent's medicine cabinets and expriementing with various drugs, their effects, and becoming addicted themselves, creating dangerous environments everywhere. These days, drugs are moree asily accessible than alcohol and teen addiction is a major concern, growing with each passing year.
The followng articles describe some of the issues with teen addiction, how it begins, and tips on how to recognize, prevent and treat teen addiction.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 03 September 2008 )
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Addiction and Genetics - the role of genetic research in advancing the field of addiction treatment, and the relationship between genetics and addiction. The following article describes the relationship between addiction potential and genetics based on years of study and continuing research.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 03 September 2008 )
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Hallucinogens, very common in the 1960's and 1970's are still a problem with modern day society and can lead to severe addiction and permanent brain damage. The most commonly abused hallucinogens are substances like LSD, acid, mushrooms, and mescaline. These drugs change the user's perception of themselves and their surroundings. Read here about hallucinogens, their dangerous effects, addiction and recovery from abuse.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 06 May 2008 )
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Marijuana is the most commonly abused substance and is often not as dangerous or addictive as many other drugs and alcohol. Marijuana abuse, while generally not life threatening can be a big problem for numerous people. While the argument of legalizing marijuana continues to rage on, it is still illegal and reckless use of marijuana can lead to some severe and dangerous situations. Read here about marijuana, its effects, and dangers.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 06 May 2008 )
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From ecstasy to methamphetamines, club drugs are all the rave - and have been for several years. Many people in the club and rave scene have, for years now been the victims of club drug addiction. Club drugs are usually stimulants and hallucinogens. With the loud music and bright throbbing lights of the night dance scene, these kinds of drugs supply users with a more enhanced experience, however they do come with high price tags resulting in reckless behavior under the influence, addiction, and dangerous side effects.
The following articles explain various club drugs, their effects, and addiction issues as well as their treatment and rehabilitation options.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 06 May 2008 )
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Inhalants are most commonly abused by teens and preteens to get a dangerous high through inhaling or "huffng" dangerous chemicals contained in househols items such as model glue, nail polish remover, spray paint, hair spray and paint thinner. These items are commonly found throughout most households and are very easy for children to access. This article contains information about the numerous items used as inhalants, how inhalants can effect abusers, and the recovery options for inhalant rehabilitation and treatment.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 06 May 2008 )
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