Which Comes First: Mental Disorders or Substance Abuse?
When mental disorders and substance abuse both occur in a person then it can be very difficult to determine which of these problems came first, and which is caused by the other condition. This is the old chicken and the egg puzzle, because substance abuse …
Read More →New Study Shows Devastating Impact of Mental Illness on Expected Life Span
A new study conducted at Oxford University shows that having a mental illness can shorten your expected life span by between 10 and 20 years, which is the equivalent of chain smoking more than 20 cigarettes each day. Medical science has long known that smoking …
Read More →Are Kids Being Diagnosed With ADHD Too Quickly? Can This Lead to Substance Abuse?
In the USA the rate of ADHD diagnosis among kids is high and it keeps going up. This has led many to question whether this diagnosis is being given before all of the facts are in, and whether stimulant treatment actually causes substance abuse. In …
Read More →Does Smoking Pot Increase Your Heart Risks? A New Study May Suggest the Answer is Yes!
A small study that was recently conducted in France has raised questions about whether smoking pot can increase the risk for heart related conditions and diseases, especially in populations which are already at higher risks for heart issues. It is important to remember that the …
Read More →Club Drug Use in Smaller Towns and Rural Areas is Becoming an Issue
When you think of club drugs most people think of the party scene that can be found in Toronto, Canada or New York City in the USA, but club drugs are not limited to large cities with an extensive club scene. This category of drugs …
Read More →Teen Alcohol Abuse is Increasing
Teen alcohol abuse is on the rise, and the average age that teens take their first drink has become alarming. In the USA females on average will start drinking at age 13, and males will usually start at age 11. There are many risks associated …
Read More →There is a Link Between Parental Beliefs and Prescription Drug Abuse Among Teens According to the Latest Study
Prescription drug abuse among teens is at an all time high, and anew research study shows that there is a link between this activity and parental beliefs. The researchers involved in the study believe that this link helps to explain disparities in prescription drug abuse …
Read More →4 Signs of Teen Substance Abuse to Watch For
Teen substance abuse is a big concern for parents, school officials, medical personnel, and law enforcement. There are some signs to watch for that can indicate teen drinking and teen drug abuse, and if any of these signs are noticed then it is important to …
Read More →Substance Abuse and the Elderly
Substance abuse is a common problem among the elderly population, but this problem is often overlooked. No one wants to think that the sweet little old lady or the doting grandfather is has a problem with prescription drug abuse or even alcohol, but the fact …
Read More →A Strong Support System is a Critical Element of Success When it Comes to Substance Abuse Treatment and Recovery
A strong support system is very important when it comes to substance abuse treatment and recovery that ends with success. Support is a critical element in relapse prevention, and those who have a wide range of support people and services will usually gain a more …
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