While the third wave of the opioid epidemic, beginning in 2013, has impacted every corner of the U.S., some geographical regions have sustained more damage than others. Central Appalachia remains one of these regions. Data from the Appalachian Regional Commission shows that overdose mortality rates for people ages 25–54 were 43 percent higher in this…
The ongoing opioid epidemic has led to an influx of scientific, addiction-related research and review. Various studies have been conducted with the intention of identifying at-risk demographics, with the most vulnerable populace being the LGBTQ community. According to the Center for American Progress, as many as 30 percent of LGBTQ individuals report abuse of drugs…
Meth Addiction is both dangerous and insidious. While indicators may be evident during advanced stages of addiction, they can be overlooked by those unaware of the signs. According to a study conducted by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, approximately 4 percent of Americans met the criteria for a substance use disorder within…
Addiction can be both an easily concealable and extremely dangerous disease. Although strong indicators may be evident during advanced stages of addiction, they can be overlooked by those unaware of the signs to look for. According to a study conducted by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, approximately 4 percent of Americans met…
Addiction is a dangerous disease, and one that is often easily concealable. While strong indicators may be present during advanced stages of addiction, they can be overlooked by those unaware of the signs. According to a study conducted by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, approximately 4 percent of Americans met the criteria…
Addiction is an insidious disease. While indicators may be obvious during an advanced addiction, they are often easy to conceal. According to a study conducted by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, approximately 4 percent of Americans met the criteria for a substance use disorder within the past year, with approximately 10 percent…
Struggling with any addiction is difficult. As a highly addictive opioid, OxyContin works as a depressant, actively reducing respiratory and cardiovascular functioning. In addition, prolonged use of this addictive substance leaves the brain irreversibly altered, resulting in occasional cravings for the individual’s drug of choice. OxyContin is among the most addictive prescription substances due to…
Overcoming a crack cocaine addiction is difficult. Prolonged use of this addictive substance leaves the brain irreversibly altered, resulting in occasional cravings for the individual’s drug of choice. Crack cocaine is among the most addictive, illicit substances due to its stimulating qualities and short-lived high. According to the United States Department of Justice, approximately 6,222,000…
Struggling with addiction is difficult. Prolonged exposure to any addictive substance causes the chemical components within the brain to become irreversibly altered, resulting in occasional cravings for an individual’s drug of choice. An addictive benzodiazepine, Xanax is harmful when abused. The tranquilizer is frequently prescribed to treat anxiety and panic disorders, with over 20 million…
Overcoming a substance addiction can be extremely difficult. After prolonged exposure to an addictive substance, the brain is irreversibly altered, resulting in occasional cravings for an individual’s drug of choice. A highly addictive drug, methamphetamine is among the most dangerous substances of abuse. As stated by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, approximately 1.6 million…