While both men and women suffer from drug addiction, the reality is that men tend to suffer at a rate much higher than women. Statistics show that the United States is currently experiencing an epidemic of drug abuse in men. Why are the Numbers So…
Many People Wonder if Addiction is Hereditary The answer is yes—and no. Multigenerational cycles of addiction can devastate families and communities. Research indicates that genetics are responsible for approximately 50-60 percent of the risk for drug and alcohol dependence. However, genes are only one small component…
Is there a relationship between isolation and addiction? We are living through some of the most stressful times in recent history. With the global pandemic raging on, many of us are still worried about our own health and the health of our loved ones, especially…
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, “Opioids are a class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription, such as oxycodone (OxyContin®), hydrocodone (Vicodin®), codeine, morphine, and many others.” When a person becomes addicted…
