Most people don’t begin drinking with the intent to end up being an alcoholic struggling against a painful strong addiction. Most people begin with just a sip here, a drink there. So, some may wonder, “how does an individual go from casual drinking to alcoholism?” Recent studies have shown that there are some specific factors … Read More
Recently, covenanteyes.com reported some startling statistics in regards to the prevalence of pornography. They indicate that by 2015, “mobile adult content and services are expected to reach $2.8 billion per year, mobile adult subscriptions will reach nearly $1 billion, and mobile adult video consumption on tablets will triple.” At the time of this blog, the … Read More
According to reports from Ohio.com citing The Akron Beacon Journal, four programs in the state of Ohio will give grant money that will help pregnant mothers addicted to heroin or other opioid drugs to receive treatment. The three-year, $4.2 million program will benefit some 300 women in Cuyahoga, Athens, Franklin, and Hamilton counties, who will … Read More
Just three weeks ago, on April 4, the FBI released information regarding a heroin bust that occurred in Salt Lake City. According to the fbi.gov website, “Thirteen arrests were made Wednesday as a part of a federal Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force case targeting the distribution of methamphetamine and heroin in Utah by alleged … Read More
Many students are rounding that final corner of the school year and heading into final exams within the next few weeks. Interestingly, the stress and pressure of cramming for finals can drive some students to abuse study drugs. Research shows that the use of study drugs spikes during finals week. Further, the pressure of cramming … Read More
Some recent research has produced some interesting statistics about teen substance abuse facts. Drug-rehab.org reports some interesting findings concerning teen’s first time abusing substances. The results are reported below. Drug-rehabs.org indicates that, “According to the 2006 NSDUH, 10.6 percent of adolescents aged 12 to 17 drank alcohol for the first time in the past year, … Read More
Getting your teen to tell you about their day can be difficult enough, even when they aren’t trying to hide anything from you. However, when it comes to addiction development, it is imperative that as a parent you stay vigilant and be on the lookout for any warning signs. In 2012, the NIDA (The … Read More
Recently, more attention has been focused on heroin abuse in the media than before. It seems that while the use of abusing other drugs is decreasing, the abuse of heroin is on the rise in many parts of the country. MSNBC reported recently that, “General Eric Holder, in a video message released by the Justice … Read More
For people with drinking or drug problems, quitting can be extremely difficult. Though this is sometimes due to a lack of desire or lack of will power, it is often because of powerful withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal symptoms are immediately eased by going back to alcohol or drugs, making it difficult for many people to stay … Read More
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) defines addiction as, “a compulsion that persists in spite of negative health and social consequences.” Many people use and abuse drugs, but only some – relatively few — become addicts. Many wonder why addictions form in some and not others. In some individuals, exposure to things that are … Read More
