Sexual Abuse and Incest; Their Definitions

This article is to provide readers with an idea of what sexual abuse and incest is really all about. The definition of sexual abuse and the outcome.

Dual Diagnosis, Drug Addiction, Alcoholism and Their Similarities

This article points out the similarities between drug addiction, alcoholism and mental health disorders.

Alcohol Withdrawal: The Result of Alcohol Alcohol Dependency and Alcoholism

This article summarized the effects of alcoholism as it relates to alcohol withdrawal and how alcohol withdrawal should be handled.

Gay Drug Rehab and Gay Alcohol Rehab Programs in Texas

There appears to be a lack of gay addiction treatment services for the GLBT population in Texas. Where can GLBT persons receive the most effective addiction treatment for the drug addiction, alcoholism or dual diagnosis.

Choosing a Drug Rehab Program in Maryland

This will provide the reader an idea of what to consider when choosing a drug rehab program in the state of Maryland.

Alcohol Withdrawal and Dependence

Alcohol dependence is still one of the major public health problems in today’s society, and very clearly demonstrated is the well characterized alcohol withdrawal syndrome. Yes! Alcohol withdrawal signs and symptoms are often minor but could develop into a severe condition. Because of alcohol issues most dependence are often seen frequently by physicians which tend to treat about 20% occurring in hospitalized patients.

Role of Fear of Withdrawal in the Power of Addictive Disease

This article provides a brief summary of one factor, among many, involved in the power of addictive disease: the role of fear of withdrawal.

Gay Drug Rehab Programs and Drug Rehab Programs; Is There a Difference?

This article is designed to provide the reader with a clear understanding of the need for gay friendly drug rehab programs in a heterosexual world.

Marijuana Addiction Remembered

To be fair, I didn't just discover the secrets of marijuana addiction. For that would have been impossible. I was literally led away from marijuana addiction and from the precipice of physical, mental and emotional breakdown. Just when I couldn’t take anymore, when the sheer misery of marijuana addiction and my own existence was too much to bear, I was gently and kindly led back to life.

Cannabis and The Void

Are you experiencing The Void? When most cannabis addicts stop smoking they are left with a large void in their life. They don't know where they should focus their attention nor do they know what they should do with an evening. It is like a large hole is missing from within them and they don't know how to fill it. This is called The Void.

About Marijuana

Weed, pot, Mary Jane, herb, dope, grass. Marijuana goes by many names, but no matter what you call it, it remains the number one illegal recreational drug in the United States. Though some states have laws permitting the use of marijuana for medicinal purposes, possession and distribution of the drug is still largely considered a misdemeanor. Yet, regardless of whether or not any drug is legal, abuse is still possible and always very harmful. Despite arguments for and against its use, marijuana users may not be immune to addiction.

Drug Detox Programs and Drug Withdrawal

This article will provide the reader with a glimpse into the world of drug detox programs and the drug withdrawal symptoms they treat.

The Addicted Mind

Turning away and finally losing the very people that we love the most is tragic. No drug is worth that. Destroying the life we built is a terrible waste. Burning the bridges of beneficial relationships comes with many consequences.

Some Sobering Information About Drunk Driving

Mandatory alcoholism treatment for people incarcerated for alcohol-related offenses and significant changes in our attitudes toward drinking alcohol, when added to the current anti-drunk driving campaigns and laws, are likely to make a major impact on reducing the number of people in our society who die in alcohol-related traffic accidents.