Long-term use of any drug will ultimately affect your health and life. The severity of these effects will depend on the drug you are using. Some drugs will have severe effects after long-term use. A good example can be meth. There are millions of people in our country who use meth. Whether these users are…
If you are dealing with an addiction problem, there may be a chance your life was affected by childhood trauma. In fact, childhood trauma and addiction are closely connected. Of course, not everyone who has addiction issues was a victim of childhood trauma, but most people who have been a victim of trauma struggles with…
Coping skills are so essential for anyone who is in the process of recovering from drug addiction. The struggle to find sobriety is a challenge. It may lead to depression, anxiety, and family issues. The path to healing is often filled with ups and downs, but the reward of making it to the end is…
Overcoming codependency is a challenge that many faces. Not only do people deal with codependency, but they have substance use disorders that go along with it. Not surprisingly, codependency and substance abuse go hand in hand. Once you understand the dynamics of codependency, you’ll see how it’s often connected with substance abuse. In addition, being…
If you are on the journey to a drug-free life, you may have wondered how to practice patience. This is a crucial lesson for everyone to learn, but it can be particularly necessary for those striving to break free from drugs. You’ll discover that patience is a key attribute to help you along the way…
Addictions, no matter what kind they are, will cause pain and distress in your life. The habits of addiction tend to rule your life and cause everything else to dim in comparison. This makes life difficult for the user and for those around the person. If you are in this situation you have probably wondered…
If you are struggling with a substance abuse disorder, then you may feel that you don’t know which way to turn. People often feel helpless and hopeless when facing addiction problems, but with the proper addiction help, you can find the pathway to healing and sobriety. What kind of addiction help do you need to…
When it comes to you recognizing the signs of addiction in a spouse, that might be challenging for those who put up natural blinders. It is not uncommon for individuals who have a spouse suffering from addiction to say they never saw the warning signs. That might sound strange to those on the outside. The…
Matt Bohannon is a Behavioral Health Technician at Blueprint Recovery Center in Concord, New Hampshire. Originally from Attleboro, Massachusetts, Bohannon remembers that from an early age he had trouble fitting in with his peers. He experienced a lot of fear around what people thought of him. This anxiety is what first brought him to using…
The last thing parents want to see in their teen are the signs of alcoholism. However, it is one of the most commonly used substances among teens. The younger an individual begins to drink, the more likely it could develop into an issue during adulthood. Knowing the signs ahead of time is critical for parents…