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Dangerous Effects of Methamphetamine Abuse
Methamphetamine abuse is back with a vengeance, according to media reports from the New York Times. Following the Combat Methamphetamine Act that was passed by Congress in 2005, methamphetamine abuse and cases had dropped drastically. But now, meth seizures are on the...
Substance Abuse Trends in Texas
While the opioid crisis is evident across the entire country, the state of Texas also suffers from an epidemic of methamphetamine abuse and high rates of drunk driving deaths. In addressing these drug abuse problems across the state, it’s also important to discuss the...
How Long-Term Opioid Pain Management Can Lead to Addiction
If you are experiencing moderate or severe pain, your doctor may prescribe an opioid drug, or a narcotic, to treat the pain and help you be more comfortable. Although opioid drugs are generally safe when used on a short-term basis and as prescribed by a doctor, the...
Meth Addiction is Booming in West Texas
Methamphetamine Abuse in West Texas A recent report from the Houston Chronicle highlighted a trend of increasing drug trafficking, methamphetamine abuse, and drug-related crimes over the last several years, citing a correlation with oil drilling in West Texas...
K2 Overdoses in Austin, TX: What You Should Know
Recent spikes of K2 overdoses in the Austin area over the past few years have created a local epidemic. Unfortunately, many people may not be aware of the real dangers of K2 and it’s addictive potential. What is K2? K2 (also known as Spice) is synthetic marijuana and...
11 Powerful Statistics on Opioid Abuse
America’s Opioid Epidemic The opioid epidemic in America is a serious public health issue. The phrase “opioid crisis” or “opioid epidemic” are ones we hear often and they are used to describe the rapid increase in the use of illicit and prescription opioid...
California Legalizes Recreational Marijuana Use
As of January 1, 2018, recreational marijuana sales and purchases are legal in the state of California.1 The largest state in the U.S. to do so, California’s recent move drastically increased the market for adult marijuana use on the West Coast, as recreational...
Why the New Year May Be the Best Time to Get Sober
Making the commitment to get sober is often one of the most difficult steps in the sobriety journey. There is never a perfect time to get sober, but the end of one year and the beginning of another is a great opportunity to make some changes in your life. If you’ve...
Misconceptions About Adderall
What Is Adderall? Adderall is referred to as the “study drug” by those that abuse it, but its true medical purpose is to treat symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is also sometimes used to treat narcolepsy.1 This stimulant drug is a...
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