When the conversation turns to prescription drug abuse, many people first think of prescription pain killers or opioid drugs. The effects of the opioid epidemic continue to reach across the nation, responsible for the loss of thousands of lives annually. However, opioid drugs are not the only prescription drugs with elevated rates of abuse. Data…
The truth about prescription drug addiction is that it’s everyone’s problem. As we will see, it’s a societal issue with a complex cause. It won’t be solved quickly, or simply. But if you, or someone you love, is struggling with prescription drug abuse, you need to read this post. Today, we’ll explore the prescription drug…
Few drugs are more addictive than prescription opioids. Since people get prescriptions for these drugs, they tend to think that they aren’t dangerous. Unfortunately, that frame of mind often leads to the development of addiction. Below is more information about opioids and how prescription addiction starts. What Are Prescription Opioids? To fully understand why opioids…