Smartphones, Tablets, Laptops and Desktops. Is It Even a Surprise That Some Believe in Internet Addiction?
In the face of what most people would call “real addictions” such as alcoholism, drug addiction and other addictions like smoking, it may seem weird or even absurd to suggest that someone can become addicted to their computers and the internet. This type of addiction is a reality to many people, and like other addicts […]
A Computer System Linking Doctor’s Offices, Hospitals and Pharmacists May Help Curb Painkiller Abuse in Newfoundland and Labrador
There has been no shortage of news stories, especially in the health sections of major news sites, of Canadians succumbing to addiction at the hands of prescription medications. In particular, powerful painkillers that seem to be among the biggest offenders when it comes to getting people hooked on the high that these drugs offer when […]
A Doctor in Nova Scotia Reprimanded For Prescribing Narcotics to a Known Addict, But Was He Wrong in Doing So?
An incident in Nova Scotia seems to bring up a new problem in the fight against drug abuse, in particular addictive substances used to treat pain that we all know is a major health concern not only in Nova Scotia, but coast to coast across Canada. Thousands of people are struggling with their addiction issues […]
Nurses Specializing in Mental Health and Addiction Are Being Stationed in The Schools to Help At Risk Teens
Finding the required support systems and networks to keep teens off drugs can be a very difficult endeavor indeed, and when you live in a place that is referred to as “Oxy Town” this vital resource could not be in more demand. The real name of the Canadian town that is somewhat of the focus […]
To Treat an Addict the Addict Must First Be Ready, Willing and Motivated to Make The Change
With the re-opening of a drug court in Ontario, addicts are now being treated more humanely in the sense that they are receiving appropriate punishments for their non-violent, desperation related crimes that stem from their need to ensure their next “fix” is attainable. These people aren’t killing anyone, and while it is against the law […]
Alcohol and Drug Use is Down Among Teens, But E-Cigarettes Are on The Rise
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) reports that the use of cigarettes, alcohol and painkillers by teens and young adults have all seen a steady decline in 2014. Even better is that the so called gateway drug, marijuana, has leveled off for the first time in the past few years. These statistics are most […]
Let’s Talk About Addiction and What Comes Next To Help Addicts
The heroin problem in North America is, to say the least, terrifying. It’s easy to get, cheap and delivers a strong punch that so many will seek for the rest of their lives. It kills many of it’s users and destroys the lives of pretty much anyone who touches it. It’s so deadly and addictive […]
The Ethical and Financial Concerns Regarding The Addiction Treatment Process
To understand the benefits and shortcomings of addiction treatment sometimes requires both perspectives. An outside and one from the inside of the industry itself. A few years ago an individual in long-term recovery teamed up with a filmmaker who previously had no understanding of the practices of addiction treatment centers nor the industry itself. They […]
A Few Tips For Wellness During The Recovery Process
The issue of wellness in recovery is becoming more and more prevalent especially when mixed with terms like spirituality. Wellness can be both physical and mental as many people suffering from addiction experience problems with both their physical body and their psychological well-being. It’s proven time and time again that addiction and mental health issues […]