A wise man once said, “Knowledge is power”!
We pride ourselves on continuously discovering, learning, and creating. Below you will find various forms of content; whether you’re looking for answers about treatment, hotline numbers, or new reading material – we’ve got it covered.
FACT OR FICTION?
CLICK THE STATEMENTS BELOW TO SEE IF THEY ARE TRUE OR FALSE.
Addiction is a chronic disease characterized by drug or alcohol seeking behavior that is compulsive, or difficult to control, despite harmful consequences.
FACT
No one factor can predict if a person will become addicted to drugs.
FACT
People who are addicted to drugs or alcohol are twice as likely to suffer from mood and anxiety disorders
FACT
Most people can’t simply stop using drugs for a few days and be cured, long-term or repeated care is often needed to stop using completely and recover their lives.
FACT
TREATMENT RESOURCES
ADDICTION TREATMENT ESSENTIALS
Treatment for any substance use disorder is guided by general principles that have been established by research studies, but it is also highly individualized.
FINDING HELP FOR A LOVED ONE
If you suspect a person you care about has an addiction, getting that loved one help could be critical. However, before you make a choice to talk to them, do research, and seek advice from a professional.
WHAT IS DRUG ADDICTION?
An addiction (whether it’s to alcohol or something else altogether) stems from brain cell alteration. Each drug dose you take alters portions of your mind responsible for memory, reward, and decision-making.
WHAT IS ALCOHOLISM?
The signs of alcoholism include an inability to control your drinking, withdrawal symptoms when you attempt to stop drinking, and continued cravings to drink even when it negatively affects your life.
SHORT AND LONG-TERM RISKS OF DRUG USE
Drugs interact with chemicals in the brain and body to make you feel a certain way. While drugs can be helpful in regulating moods, helping you sleep, and managing pain, they can also have serious complications when misused.
THE RISKS OF AN OVERDOSE
An overdose occurs when you take more of a drug than your body can process. It can lead to significant complications and even death.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM DRUG WITHDRAWAL
The symptoms you may experience if you undergo withdrawal from any type of drug are dependent on the drug you take and other personal factors, such as your genetics and metabolism.
THE EFFECTS OF MIXING DRUGS
If you have taken any prescription medication, you have probably been warned about mixing your medicine with certain types of drugs and/or alcohol. Every drug, no matter what type it is, can interact with other substances and produce severe side effects.
DRUG PROCESSING TIMELINES
How long it takes a drug to process out of your body will depend on the type of drug used and the way you used it.
MENTAL HEALTH & CO-OCCURRING DISORDERS
(NIDA) states that about fifty percent of all people with an addiction will also have a mental health disorder, such as depression, anxiety, or schizophrenia.
COMORBID CONDITIONS AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER
If an individual has a substance use disorder and a comorbid medical issue, both conditions require concurrent treatment.
CONCERNS OF PRESCRIPTION DRUG ADDICTION
NIDA defines misuse of a prescription medication as taking it in a way other as prescribed, taking someone else’s medication even if its use may seem warranted, or using medication recreationally for its desired effects.
Explore Our Evidence-Based Treatment Programs:
Have Questions?
We’re here, and we know what you’re going through. Call us for a free, confidential conversation.
LOCATION BASED ADDICTION & TREATMENT INFORMATION
COLORADO
- Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion Program In CO
- Rates of Meth Abuse in Colorado Are Increasing
- What Is the Caring 4 Denver Initiative?
- Colorado Legislation on the Opioid Epidemic
- Addiction Treatment Guide for Colorado Residents
- Denver Law Decriminalize Magic Mushrooms
- Effects of Legal Marijuana in Colorado
- Grants for Addiction Counselor Graduates
- Lift the Label Campaign to End Stigma
- Allocating the Marijuana Tax Cash Fund
ILLINOIS
- Illinois DUI Evaluation & Risk Education Programs
- State Senate Bills 682, 2951, 3023, 1707
- Meth Use in the City of Chicago Is Up
- NDEWS (Chicago Addiction Stats)
- Drug Treatment Guide for Illinois Residents
- Casino & Gaming Laws in the State
- Chicago Department of Public Health
- Approved & Adopted Tobacco 21
- Lawsuit Against Purdue Pharma
- Federal Funds for Addiction Treatment
NEW JERSEY
- An Overview on The NJDHS
- Safe Injection Sites in New Jersey
- Overdose Rates in the State of NJ
- Drug Courts in the Garden State
- Addiction Rehab Guide for New Jersey Residents
- Protections of Medical Marijuana Users
- NJ Drug Possession Laws
- Prescription Drug Card Program
- Drug Take-Back & Project Medicine Drop
- Growing Meth Lab Problem
