drug abuse

1 07, 2024

Movies About Drug Addiction: A Descent Into the Dark and the Light

By |2024-07-01T17:37:02+00:0001/07/2024|Addiction, Addiction in Media|Comments Off on Movies About Drug Addiction: A Descent Into the Dark and the Light

The world of cinema has a powerful way of holding up a mirror to the complexities of human experience, and the struggles with drug addiction are no exception. Movies about drug addiction can be harrowing, hopeful, or tragically beautiful, offering a glimpse into the [...]

18 05, 2022

5 Signs of Heroin Addiction to Look Out For

By |2024-07-26T16:05:44+00:0018/05/2022|Addiction, Drug Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse Treatment|Comments Off on 5 Signs of Heroin Addiction to Look Out For

What do you know about heroin? If you don’t know yet, it’s a highly addictive substance. It’s pretty dangerous, capable of creating a sense of euphoria and making you feel relaxed. It can also block signals that make you feel pain. Are you concerned [...]

24 03, 2022

Is Addiction a Disease or a Choice?

By |2024-07-01T18:25:09+00:0024/03/2022|Addiction, Alcohol Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse Treatment|Comments Off on Is Addiction a Disease or a Choice?

One of the most common questions we get at Georgia Addiction Treatment Center is, is addiction a choice or a disease? There is no simple answer to this question. The causes of addiction are varied. When you seek treatment, we help you evaluate your [...]

24 04, 2021

National Prescription Take-Back Day

By |2023-08-22T07:17:33+00:0024/04/2021|Addiction, Drug Addiction Treatment, Dual diagnosis, Substance Abuse Treatment|Comments Off on National Prescription Take-Back Day

Many people take prescription medications. Sometimes, they will start one and stop it shortly after because of side effects. Other times, they’ll be prescribed more than they need. In those cases, it’s important to return the unused medications to a pharmacy or other approved location. [...]

13 04, 2021

Understanding Legalization

By |2023-08-22T07:17:34+00:0013/04/2021|Addiction, Drug Addiction Treatment, Sober Living, Substance Abuse Treatment|Comments Off on Understanding Legalization

The legalization of marijuana is happening all across the United States. Although it isn't legal everywhere yet, it may become legal nationwide in the future. What exactly does legalization mean? How will people be impacted by this legalization effort? Learn more and reach out to [...]

24 03, 2021

Most Commonly Abused Opioids in the US

By |2023-08-22T07:17:34+00:0024/03/2021|Drug Addiction Treatment, Dual diagnosis, Opioid Abuse, Substance Abuse Treatment|Comments Off on Most Commonly Abused Opioids in the US

Opioid addiction is a serious public health crisis impacting many areas of the country. Men and women don’t start out hoping to develop an addiction. Yet, circumstances such as over-prescription and chronic pain have led to opioid abuse and addiction, and it can impact people [...]

15 02, 2021

What is Fentanyl?

By |2023-08-22T07:17:47+00:0015/02/2021|Addiction, Addiction Treatment Therapy, Drug Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse Treatment|Comments Off on What is Fentanyl?

When people talk about drug abuse, they are often talking about substances such as marijuana, cocaine, and heroin. Unfortunately, a lot of people enter the world of drug abuse due to prescription medications. For example, some people might end up taking hydrocodone, oxycodone, Percocet, or [...]

15 12, 2020

College Students and Adderall Abuse

By |2023-08-22T07:18:03+00:0015/12/2020|Addiction Treatment Therapy, Drug Addiction Treatment, Substance Abuse Treatment|0 Comments

Each year, more college students are diagnosed with mental health conditions such as bipolar disorder and attention deficit disorder. This grants them access to medications such as Vyvanse, Ritalin, and Adderall. Of all these medications, Adderall is the most popular and the most addictive. Adderall [...]

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