Playing video games is a fun way to relax and unwind for a lot of individuals, especially the generation-Xers and millennials who grew up playing these games. Video game addiction though is a phenomenon which has shown to occur as a result of different factors which may include the following:
Video games are inherently addictive […]
Addiction can be of two sorts. The first is substance dependence where an individual relies on the use of a psychoactive substance to seek relief of some sort, such as drugs or alcohol. The second is behavioral addiction where a there is a psychological dependency on a behavior such as gambling or sex to feel […]
Sex addictions can be just as damaging to a person as an alcohol or drug addiction. The addiction takes over a person’s life and nothing but sex satisfies them. This leads to odd sexual practices, and sometimes, turns off the partners completely. Strange requests, acting outside of your normal self, or even the need to […]
Benzodiazepines are controlled substances that are prescribed for treating anxiety, panic disorder, and disturbed sleeping patterns. The most commonly used benzodiazepines are alprazolam (Xanax), diazepam (Valium), and chlordiazepoxide (Librium).
What are the signs of benzodiazepine addiction?
A strong indication that a person has developed benzodiazepine tolerance is needing more medication to achieve the same effect or previous […]
Substance abuse is an abnormal pattern of drug use, which can cause or aggravate mental and physical health issues, places stress on the family, promotes poor relationships at work, and cause motor vehicle accidents. Substances commonly abused include alcohol, cocaine, opioid prescription drugs, methamphetamines, and benzodiazepines.
Substance abuse can lead to distress or impairment of driving, […]
Most substance abuse professionals do not believe that addicts can drink in moderation and stay on their path of a healthy drug- or alcohol-free lifestyle. Abstinence is the only way to continue to be addiction-free. One of the highest rates of relapse was reported in a recent study of opiate users. The researchers found that […]
When a person goes to a rehabilitation (rehab) center, the most important thing for him or her to remember is that recovery is possible. People do get well—and so do their families. After surviving a major crisis, you need a chance to repair family bonds. Family members have waited a long time for the day […]
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people have many challenges regarding drug and alcohol abuse and addiction. Although rates of drug and/or alcohol abuse are high within the general population, rates of substance abuse are much higher within the LGBT community. These differences in rates are often dependent on particular gender, race, or sexual orientation.
Substance […]
Drug and alcohol treatment is like any medical treatment: it is expensive! People who need it often find that the cost is considerably less expensive than living with an addiction; however, rehabilitation (rehab) costs often interfere with recovery. It is now possible to receive addiction treatment through fully-funded programs. Intervention with a fully-funded addict is […]
Due to the controversy regarding whether marijuana truly causes addiction or not, there is limited information available regarding marijuana addiction. It is clear that marijuana has many benefits when used for medical purposes, but it also has dangers when abused. Researchers know that when marijuana used over a long period of time causes tolerance, dependence, […]