A recent article published by USA today states some quick, hard facts about 6 common street drugs in Wisconsin. But the information discussed is true for most of the US. These drugs make up the more dangerous and prevalent substances that law enforcement have been concerned about recently. The first 3, discussed here, include Oxycontin, … Read More
Take Care of Yourself when Helping Others in Recovery Sometimes, when helping others in recovery, individuals forget about their own needs too much and suffer themselves. It is really important to take care of yourself when helping others in recovery. Supporting someone else takes vast amounts of time and emotional energy. Most of the time, … Read More
7 Legal Drugs Teens are Abusing A recent study by cnn.com names seven legal drugs abused by teens today. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 7 out of the top 10 drugs abused in America by teens are legal. The list is composed to herbal remedies, over the counter drugs, and prescription … Read More
HIV and Drug Abuse in Women Many understand that drug abuse can definitely increase one’s risk for HIV. However, some individuals, both men and women, with HIV do not understand the implications that drug abuse can have on their HIV disease. Women are at a higher risk often due to some risky behaviors they may … Read More
Why Drug Rehab Accreditation Matters Researching which drug rehab is best for you or your loved one often leads to questions of whether or not a facility is accredited. Many may wonder why this is important and what accreditation really means. However, accreditation is key to finding the right rehab treatment facility. Being accredited doesn’t … Read More
Rural Areas Producing More Drug Dependent Babies The New York Times reported Monday that rural areas in the United States are showing more infant drug dependence than previously recorded. This finding is due in large part to the use of opioids in women in these rural areas a recent study shows. The study, published in … Read More
Recovery is a Gift – Happy Holidays from Turning Point The holiday season is a time of warmth, fun, and good memories for many. But for some, the holidays are a time when other factors such as high stress or depression are present- compounding problems associated with substance abuse and addiction. This time of the … Read More
US vs. Europe: Drug Abuse Drug abuse impacts society in many diverse ways. Homelessness, child welfare, worker productivity, crime, quality of life, health care utilization, prisons, and more are all greatly influenced by the amount and type of drug abuse in each country. The way each country goes about dealing with issues that arise from … Read More
Exercise Helps Anxiety & Depression If you suffer from depression and/or anxiety and are looking for a solution, consistent exercise may be key. Research shows that our physical, emotional, and mental parts are intertwined very intimately and can strengthen and support one another. Specifically, evidence points to three types of exercise that target alleviating anxiety … Read More
