Addiction
Crystal Meth Addiction at Epidemic Levels
The risk of developing crystal meth addiction problems are much greater for anyone who experimented with drugs or alcohol before the age of ten. The risks are less but similar for anyone who experiments with drugs or alcohol before the age of 14. Meth users who become full blown addicts can usually retrace their first drug or alcohol use to an occurrence before the age of 18.
Cocaine and Crack Cocaine: More
Both Cocaine and Crack Cocaine are highly addictive. Crack cocaine, however, produces an effect that has considerably more impact than powder cocaine, and is generally thought to be more addictive. Crack works on the brains pleasure receptors very rapidly and more intensely than powder. They are equal in that they both initiate brief, intense euphoric feelings, a high level of physical and emotional stimulation and increased energy.
Wikipedia on Drug Addiction
Drug addicts can and do recover from addiction and lead healthy, productive lives. While the ultimate goal of addiction treatment is lasting sobriety, the immediate goals are to reduce drug abuse, help an addict in their ability to function, and to minimize both the medical and social complications caused by drug addiction.
One in Six Teens Abusing Prescription Meds
Over 15% of kids are abusing prescription drugs and law enforcement officials are almost powerless when it comes to getting it under control. It’s over to the parents. And here’s what they have to do.
Addict, Alcoholic Or Substance Abuser?
For many people, the facts about addiction are not clear. What is addiction, exactly? How does it differ from alcohol or substance abuse? Find out more about both addiction and alcoholism, the symptoms of each, when and where to seek help, treatment choices, and additional helpful resources.
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