Have you seen or made jokes about having a “quarantini” during the coronavirus pandemic? During a pandemic, people can get stressed, which leads them to turn to substances for relief. If you’re in recovery, it can be even harder for you to resist the temptations of drugs and alcohol. This can make the addiction epidemic …
Two Epidemics: The Unfortunate Connection Between Addiction and COVID-19 READ MORE
When you think about first responders, you likely think about brave men and women, serving to protect their communities on a daily basis. You likely picture police officers, firefighters and paramedics dressed in uniform, ready to respond at a moment’s notice. They are the embodiment of bravery, selflessness and heroism. Scores of children wish to …
The five most common signs of addiction are the initial signs of experimentation, physical signs, behavioral signs, changes in personality, and overall decline in health. Drug abuse affects individuals from all walks of life and all socioeconomic ranks. Whatever the cause, when someone starts using drugs recreationally or as prescribed, physical dependence and addiction can …
Signs That Someone You Love is Struggling With Addiction READ MORE
Anyone who’s battled drug or alcohol addiction knows how strong you must be to overcome your addiction. First and foremost, it can take several attempts to achieve and maintain sobriety. Most of us that have achieved sobriety will admit it took several attempts to finally kick our preferred substances. It’s also very common to be …