The poorest citizens in our country, often living in impoverished communities, are plagued by mental illnesses including substance abuse. We often see this as a problem that begins with an addiction that ruins a person's finances and leads to poor mental health. However, living in an … [Read more...] aboutPoverty, PTSD, and Addiction: A Cycle of Defeat
Substance & Drug Abuse
Reduce Your Risk of Substance Abuse & Addiction
There is no perfect method for preventing substance abuse and addiction. There are, however, ways to reduce your risk of developing a substance use disorder. We’ve taken the time to pull together eight actions you can take and share with those you care about. 8 Ways to Reduce Your … [Read more...] aboutReduce Your Risk of Substance Abuse & Addiction
5 Ways to Reduce Drug and Alcohol Incidents in Your Community
Many young people abuse drugs by the early age of 12. Unfortunately, this means that they start using at an even younger age. There are several reasons that may cause a pre-teen or teenager to become addicted, and even more importantly, how or why they started to use in the first place. … [Read more...] about5 Ways to Reduce Drug and Alcohol Incidents in Your Community
5 Ways You Can Get the Most from Substance Abuse Counseling
Enrolling in a drug and alcohol treatment program takes guts. It’s not an easy choice, and sometimes it’s not a choice you make on your own; sometimes events lead to your being required to enter a program. Regardless of how you got here, you’re interested in making the best of it. So how can you get … [Read more...] about5 Ways You Can Get the Most from Substance Abuse Counseling
