Since there have been meth addicts who have stopped using on their own, the answer would be yes, but with a clause. Most meth addicts who quit on their own were forced to due to incarceration or other circumstances and most of them went back to using drugs soon after. The best way to beat meth addiction is in a facility which has trained staff and the proper equipment and tools for the addict to achieve success. Depression and suicidal thought can be a part of the withdrawal and recovery … [Read more...] about Can a Meth Addict Stop on Their Own?
Addictive Drugs
Living with a Drug Addict: Stand Up and Just Say No
Living with a drug addict can be one of the most frustrating things a person can do. Sometimes there is no choice involved, or at least it feels like it. Are you the child of a drug addict, a sibling, a partner, a parent? You love the drug addict with all your heart; you hate the drugs that have taken over his or her life and personality, and by extension, your life as well. Chances are, unless you are the partner and can choose to leave the relationship, you are going to continue to live with … [Read more...] about Living with a Drug Addict: Stand Up and Just Say No
How to Stay Sober after Drug Addiction
You have been on a long journey. You got hooked on drugs, went through many life-changing experiences, lost just about everything and finally decided to get clean. You did a residential program and you vowed to your family, friends, counsellor and most importantly, to yourself, to stay sober. You have been released from the residential program. How do you keep the promise to stay sober after drug addiction? 1. Get in and stay in a support group. These are people just like you who have been … [Read more...] about How to Stay Sober after Drug Addiction
How to Live with a Recovering Drug Addict
When a recovering addict comes home from rehab, things may feel a little awkward. That is only natural considering everyone in the household is recovering as well. Addiction affects everyone and hopefully, everyone is getting counseling. Since everyone is recovering, be gentle on the addict and yourself. To be safe, it is best to remove all alcohol and intoxicating substances from the home. Any addict who really wants, can go and find the alcohol or drugs, but don’t make it easier by keeping … [Read more...] about How to Live with a Recovering Drug Addict
Percocet and Percodan Drug Addictions
Drug addiction is a problem within the US, Canada and throughout the world. Illegal drugs finance many criminal enterprises. However, a sad but true fact is that sometimes, a person who is taking a prescription drug can fall victim to the same problem: drug addiction. Percocet and Percodan are common prescription drugs that, when not used properly, can turn into major drug abuse situations. These two medications are used to help a person with pain relief that simple over the counter … [Read more...] about Percocet and Percodan Drug Addictions
Substance Abuse Facts
The Number OneFact about Substance Abuse? It does exist. Though at first, people deny it, substance abuse is real and not only affects the user but family, friends, co-workers, even strangers. It affects relationships, careers, grades, finances and health. A quarter of the deaths in the U.S. can be attributed to substance abuse through alcohol and the use of illicit drugs. These deaths can be overdoses, health problems the user has succumbed to due to a substance abuse problem or accidental … [Read more...] about Substance Abuse Facts
Oxycodone Hydrochloride Side Effects
The side effects of Oxycodone Hydrochloride can be harmful, even fatal, especially if a person does not take medication properly. For instance, did you know that crushing up oxycodone hydrochloride tablets can make them more harmful than swallowing them whole as intended? This is because of the time-release formula involved. Crushing or breaking the tablets makes the body take in the oxycodone faster and this can be dangerous. Never take two doses too close together; Oxycodone Hydrochloride … [Read more...] about Oxycodone Hydrochloride Side Effects
Acetaminophen Addiction Trouble
Acetaminophen. It is in Tylenol. It is an over the counter medication. Not such a need for concern, then, right? Wrong. Acetaminophen addiction is more common than you would think. It is also a source that has been linked to some suicides. A person can damage his or her liver permanently by taking an excessive amount of acetaminophen. Taken with alcohol? Ouch, double trouble for the liver in those cases. Homeless people, teenagers, working mothers. They can all find themselves … [Read more...] about Acetaminophen Addiction Trouble