All Entries in the "Addiction" Category
Drug Addiction and Statistics (Infographic)
Alcohol and drug addiction and the two most dangerous addictions that the US is facing currently. It is shocking to know that more than half of all Americans aged 12 and above consumes alcohol and out of this, more than 25% are into binge drinking. About 30 million are into using recreational drugs and prescription [...]
Alcohol Addiction Excuses
Alcohol addiction is one of the most common form of addiction faced by people all over the world because it is so easily available and is not considered to be socially unacceptable. People drink all the time, at parties, while hanging out with friends or after a hard day at work. It is very difficult [...]
Self Medication Theory of Addiction
People often get prescribed certain medicines but sometimes they start to self-medicate, that is, buy medicines that they think will help them for a particular condition. Usually these medicines taken in small doses and for a short duration are harmless and hence they are available over the counter. But when one starts to self-medicate frequently [...]
Symptoms of Addictions to Painkillers
Painkillers are of the most often used medicines which we take for aches and pains like headaches, sprains, cramps or pain due to surgeries and injuries. There are different types of painkillers and some are easily available in pharmacies and one does not require a prescription for those. There are other painkillers which are much [...]
Physical Signs of Drug Addiction
Drug addiction and abuse has serious negative effects on the human body and it affects one both physically and psychologically. Some of these changes will be visible immediately, while other effects take time to develop but they have much far-reaching consequences. Drugs are substances which are taken in more amounts than prescribed or those which [...]
Types of Addiction Counseling That Can Work for You
Addiction is a term used to denote substance dependence or behavioral addiction. The types of addiction counseling that you choose can greatly affect your chance of recovery and chance of restoring a happy and productive life to you and your loved ones. If your dependence upon any substance or behavior is such that it impairs [...]
8 Physical Signs of Addiction to Watch Out For
An addiction is something that has far-reaching impacts on life: physical, mental, social, emotional, and professional. The physical signs of addiction are important to look out for. As an observer, you may be able to spot signs that signal addiction: 1. Changes in energy levels or excessive sleepiness One of the physical signs of addiction [...]
Common Physical Signs of Alcohol Addiction
If you suspect someone close to you of being addicted to alcohol or even suspect that you yourself may be dependent, you can look for physical signs of alcohol addiction to clarify matters. Thought addicts typically become quite adept at hiding and being secretive, there could be certain signs that could be giveaways of the [...]
