Category Archives: Teen Addiction

Fixing the Holes with Drugs or Alcohol

Posted on August 11, 2011 by admin

Sometimes a person believes, incorrectly, that it is impossible to meet the many demands of life. These incorrect beliefs about their needs may lead them to use drugs or alcohol instead. So beliefs can have devastating effects, especially when those … Continue reading →

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Family and Addiction

Posted on August 9, 2011 by admin

Family members can enable drug use. Enabling means a family member allows drug use by helping the user with whatever they need and overindulging the user with love and affection. Although this seems harmless, these behaviors actually hinder a recovery … Continue reading →

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Unlearning Bad Habits

Posted on August 3, 2011 by admin

Because drug and alcohol use can be equated to learned behavior to deal with other problems, these behaviors can be unlearned. This supports the idea that there is an opportunity for dependent persons to change and achieve a lifestyle that … Continue reading →

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Cocaine Addiction and Brian Chemistry

Posted on July 13, 2011 by admin

Repeated use of dangerous and addictive stimulant drugs, such as cocaine, often causes a powerful physical and mental dependency that can be difficult to overcome without attending an inpatient rehab program. Recently, a new study has found that stimulant drugs … Continue reading →

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Worldwide Drug Abuse

Posted on July 11, 2011 by admin

Many of the articles we read and the studies we observe are discussing drug and alcohol abuse in the United States.  However, drug and alcohol abuse is a problem that is occurring all around the world, and has been an … Continue reading →

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Increased Drug Use Among Teens

Posted on July 10, 2011 by admin

Numerous studies indicate an alarming trend of drug abuse increasing amongst younger and younger individuals.  Certain social problems amongst younger populations have been decreasing and improving, however, drug and alcohol abuse remains prevalent and hard to control.  In an annual … Continue reading →

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Social Drinking or Alcohol Addiction?

Posted on June 29, 2011 by admin

Alcohol consumption is a very prevalent part of our society, and has been for hundreds of years.  Unfortunately, the drinking of alcohol is usually associated with celebration, often heavily consumed at weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and many other types of parties. Social … Continue reading →

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Marijuana Addiction and Treatment

Posted on June 26, 2011 by admin

Cannabis (or more commonly known as marijuana, weed, or pot) is a very popular and prevalent drug in the United States. It is even legal for medicinal purposes in some states; however, marijuana is highly abused. When an individual smokes … Continue reading →

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Eating Disorders and Alcohol Addiction

Posted on June 24, 2011 by admin

Eating disorders and alcoholism are a very dangerous and damaging combination.  Addiction experts are noticing a troubling new trend with these compounding disorders;  often times, an individual will restrict the amount of food they eat in order to consume greater … Continue reading →

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Helping a friend struggling with addiction

Posted on June 21, 2011 by admin

It can be very difficult to watch a friend or loved one struggling with an addiction.  However, there are many things you can do and many ways you can help.  Initially it can be hard to recognize if your friend … Continue reading →

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