Shows like Intervention and Addicted have highlighted the plight of individuals struggling with substance abuse and their journey to recovery. These TV shows document the lives of addicts & the faces of drug addiction, and their family’s desperate attempt to save them. Sadly, these episodes only catalog a small number of individuals who make up…
Unlike other diseases, the progression of addiction does not follow a prescribed pattern. The experiences that result in this disease are as varied as the individuals it affects. As a result, the road to recovery should be broad to manage the individual experiences of each client effectively. Although multiple factors can lead a person into…
When you’re feeling under the weather, you go to the doctor. You tell the doctor that you have had a dull headache for two days and just recently began to feel achy. The doctor runs some tests and discovers that you have a low-grade fever and an elevated white blood cell (WBC) count. Based on…
As of 2014, the proportion of heroin addiction admissions in Texas (TX) who are younger than 30 years old rose from 41% to 52%. Now more than ever, heroin addiction has begun to adversely affect tight-knit families in the cities of Texas such as San Antonio, Austin, Dallas and Houston. An incredibly strong and addictive opiate,…
Despite popular belief, addiction does not happen overnight. It occurs gradually, but various factors can accelerate the process. If you expose yourself to certain behaviors, you’re more likely to experiment with drugs like heroin or alcohol. The experimentation can potentially spiral into addiction. However, it’s essential to understand what the risk factors are. Then, people…
To live a healthy lifestyle, one must be sound mind, body, and soul & stay away from any kind of substance abuse. But how can one lead a healthy life when you feel unsafe in your own home in San Antonio, Texas? According to The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, every 9 seconds in the…