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Opioid Addiction in College Students Rising, Study Finds
Awareness is up. New remedies are in the works. But the stats related to the opioid epidemic are still staggering. Opioids were involved in nearly 50,000 overdose deaths in 2019. In 2019, 7 million people misused prescription pain relievers. In 2020, U.S. doctors wrote more than 142 million opioid prescriptions. (In some counties, they wrote …
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Lawmakers Push FDA to Train Professionals Prescribing Opioids
The opioid crisis is a complex issue in the United States. Opioids kill 50,000 Americans every year, yet they’re still considered to be an effective pain reliever for chronic pain. That’s something lawmakers hope to change by implementing more training programs for doctors and providers prescribing opioids. The Scope of Opioid Prescribing in the US …
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Fentanyl Reaches Deadly New High on the Southern Border
“Two out of every five fentanyl pills that we are seizing are a lethal dose.” – Kyle Williamson, Special Agent, El Paso Drug Enforcement Agency It’s unprecedented. Fentanyl seizures by the El Paso DEA are up over 524%, and methamphetamine seizures are up over 200%. These numbers were reported by Kyle Williamson, a recently retired …
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I Think My Friend is Addicted to Prescription Pain Medication
Dave seems…different. He used to laugh easily, and he was always up for socializing. But lately, not so much. He seems moody and now he snaps at people over little things. And he’s less likely to accept invitations to get together. It’s like he’s withdrawing from me and everyone else. He’s also lost some weight. …
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Virtual NA Meetings: Here’s What You Need to Know
“When will things ever get easier,” Samantha wondered aloud. Thanks to this pandemic, she couldn’t interact with anyone for four more weeks! That’s an eternity. Samantha knows if she doesn’t have support for a single day, it feels like she’s on the verge of kissing her six weeks of sobriety goodbye. “Guess it’s time to …
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What’s Worse: OxyContin Addiction vs Heroin Addiction
When it comes to OxyContin addiction and heroin addiction, people often question if one is worse than the other. The initial assumption is that heroin is worse. After all, doctors prescribe OxyContin, while heroin is bought on the street. A prescription painkiller can’t be as dangerous as an illicit street drug like heroin…right? Wrong. The …
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My Rescue Dog Rescued Me From Opioid Addiction
From trained therapy dogs to spoiled lap dogs, there’s no doubt our canine pals are amazing. And without the strength and love of my dog, I never could have overcome opioid addiction. Some dogs play vital roles in assisted therapies, while others are tasked with jobs like searching for drugs, tracking the scent of a …
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20 Ways to Tell when You Need Treatment for a Narcotic Addiction
If you recognize any of these signs of opioid addiction in yourself or a loved one, it’s time to reach out for help.
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Top 10 Killer Drugs
The top 10 most deadly drugs are dangerous because of their potential for misuse and addiction. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Get help for a substance use disorder today.
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What are the Common Support Groups for Narcotic Addiction?
Research shows that participation in a recovery support group can help you avoid relapses during your path to recovery.
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