With mental health and addiction issues plaguing America, earning degrees to become addiction professionals may not be a bad idea. The occupational outlook in this field is booming. By 2020, mental health issues and addiction will surpass all physical diseases. They will become the leading cause of disability worldwide. These diseases will become a huge…
Both suicide and substance abuse are huge problems in America. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), suicide is the second leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 10 and 24. It’s also the fourth leading cause of death for those between the ages of 35 and 54. In 2016,…
Drinking and drug abuse in Greek life have become quite common. It appears that many people associate the two with one another. Movies, TV shows and other media outlets often depict Greek life with parties and social events. It’s not unusual to see frat brothers chugging beers on shows. While there are many benefits to…
There’s a strong link between bullying and substance abuse. Bullied victims are much more likely to abuse different types of substances than those who haven’t been bullied. Bullying can take place anywhere. It can also happen to anyone. With that said, this type of behavior is most likely to happen among students and young children.…
The addiction recovery journey can be long and tedious. Recovery requires a lot of patience, motivation and discipline. Getting through the treatment programs and staying sober is often much more difficult than thought to be. After all, addiction is a chronic disease. If you or someone you know is trying to recover from an alcohol…
Disabilities and substance abuse are strongly linked. Nearly 1 in 5 American struggled with a disability in 2010. At this current time, a lot more Americans may have a disability. Studies show that the number and percentage of Americans who struggled with a severe disability has risen in the past. Speak to an Addiction Specialist…
LGBT drug abuse and LGBT addiction is a huge problem. As many people know, addiction does not discriminate at all. It can affect anyone. However, some groups are more likely to be affected than others. The LGBTQ+ community is one of these groups. Addiction rates are much higher. There are many reasons for why the…
Pregnancy and addiction can lead to troubling consequences for both the mother and the baby. Both the mother and the fetus can suffer health problems due to substance during the pregnancy. To prevent this, there are many anti-drug campaigns sponsored by the government. These campaigns aim to raise awareness on issues related to pregnancy and…
College drug use is prevalent in all campuses. Alcohol is one of the most commonly abused substances, as it is easily accessible; however, marijuana comes in as a close second. Unfortunately, these are not the only drugs that can be found on campus. Curiosity and many other factors can lead college students to addictive drugs…
Veteran’s Comprehensive Guide to Drug Abuse Veterans’ addiction rates and numbers have continued to skyrocket in the past years. Many veterans turn to substances, like prescription drugs, illicit drugs or alcohol, to cope with a mental health disorder. These veterans tend to feel ashamed of their addiction. After all, there’s a huge stigma surrounding its…