As many people know, addiction doesn’t discriminate; however, some groups are more likely to be affected than others. The LGBTQ+ community is one of these groups, and drug abuse and addiction among these individuals is a huge problem. There are many reasons why the LGBTQ+ community may be more at risk for substance abuse than…
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.…
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…
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…