The Overwhelming Struggle of Drug Addiction When an individual, or a beloved family member, finds themselves ensnared in the clutches of a potent drug addiction, the possibility of seeking assistance and liberating themselves from the relentless cycle of drug abuse ..

Many people struggling with drug addiction think that recovery is nearly impossible for them. They’ve heard the horror stories of painful withdrawal symptoms, they can’t imagine life without drugs, and they can’t fathom actually being able to get through a ..

  Facing the reality of addiction can be challenging, but it’s a crucial step toward recovery. At Alteri Behavioral Health and Suboxone Clinic, we understand that addiction is not simply about drugs; it’s about underlying issues in your life that ..

Living with someone battling addiction introduces a complex dynamic known as codependency. Codependency, in this context, refers to an intricate interdependence where an individual becomes emotionally or psychologically entwined with the struggles of the addict, often to the detriment of ..

Social Cost of Cocaine Addiction Addiction of any sort is debilitating for the addict and very upsetting for the family and friends. Besides the risk to the addict, there are other even more far-reaching effects of cocaine addiction. Cocaine addiction ..

Some people use substances for recreation or for the treatment of certain conditions, yet as they do so, they do not become addicted to them. Others do become emotionally and physically dependent on these substances. Substance abuse occurs because of ..

Addiction takes many forms and there are many different substances to which one may be addicted. If you believe that someone you know has a substance abuse issue, there are ways that you can assist them. There are a few ..

A recent report by the CDC ( Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) gave us a little more insight into drug abuse and addiction. It underscored how addiction often collides with other health care issues. One that recently reared its ..