MAT for fentanyl addiction

Pros and Cons of MAT for Fentanyl Addiction

Fentanyl is truly one of the most dangerous and addictive drugs currently circulating within the United States and abroad. Fortunately, there are a number of effective options when it comes to treatment for fentanyl addiction. One of these many forms of treatment is medication-assisted treatment, commonly abbreviated as MAT. However, like any other type of…

5 Good Discussion Topics About Pain Pill Addiction

5 Good Discussion Topics About Pain Pill Addiction

Talking to a loved one about a pain pill addiction, which is often an opioid addiction, can be difficult. Whether seeking help or trying to help someone else, it can be challenging even knowing how to begin the conversation or what needs to be discussed. Although pain pill addiction is an extremely serious matter, there…

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Cocaine Abuse Within the LGBTQ+ Community

Drug addiction, such as cocaine addiction, has the potential to develop in any person, regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, class, and more. However, due to specific factors that make the development of addiction more likely, certain communities, such as the LGBTQ+ community, are more likely to abuse drugs like cocaine and develop damaging addictions….

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Which Generation Struggles the Most with Alcoholism?

Like many disorders, alcoholism does not affect only one kind of person. Alcoholism can develop in anyone, regardless of their generational status as one of the “Millennials”, “Gen Z”, or “Boomers”. However, alcoholism is more likely to develop as the result of certain factors and conditions. For some people, being a part of a particular…

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Difference Between Alcohol Dependence and Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol abuse is a dangerous – sometimes even deadly – problem. However, diagnosing the severity of an alcohol abuse issue can be difficult for many living with it due to the sometimes unclear differences between alcohol dependence vs. addiction. While the terms, “alcohol dependence” and “alcohol addiction”, are often used interchangeably, there are some significant…

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Pros and Cons of MAT for Heroin Addiction

Heroin addiction can be an extremely difficult disorder for any individual to recover from. However, with the right treatment, recovering from a heroin addiction can be more manageable than many assume. Fortunately, in the United States, there are a variety of treatments and therapies available for those living with heroin addiction. One of these many…

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Heath Ledger – How He Fell Victim to Addiction

The life of a celebrity typically seems glamorous and carefree, but the constant spotlight is often stressful for many, prompting some celebrities to engage in dangerous behaviors like drug abuse. Sadly, drug abuse and drug addiction can end in tragedy, such as a celebrity overdose. An overdose can happen to anyone, regardless of their status…

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What is the Good Samaritan Law, and Why is it Important?

In general, laws and law enforcement exist to protect people and property. One of these many laws is the Good Samaritan Law, which seeks to protect those who do what they can to help others. After all, helping others is an ideal and practice every society should strive for. However, knowing what the Good Samaritan…

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My Significant Other is a Drug Dealer – What Do I Do?

Dating can be difficult for anyone. However, for some, issues with their significant other can be much more problematic than having conflicting Zodiac signs; for some, the problem can be dating a drug dealer. While it may seem like no big deal at first or even attractive to some, dating a drug dealer is a…