Methamphetamine, or meth, is a very powerful stimulant that can cause addiction. It is often in the form of an odorless white powder or crystals that are most often smoked. When a person takes this drug, they will experience a feeling of euphoria. However, the [...]
Addiction is complex. What happens in the brain and body can be a challenge to understand because of the numerous changes that may occur. Chemical dependency is one of them. A person who may be using drugs or alcohol on a compulsive basis may be [...]
Even when legally prescribed, some prescription medications can still be abused. Prescription opioid pain relievers, stimulants, and depressants all have the potential for abuse. Understanding the risks of these medications can help you reach out for help if you find that you're struggling with prescription [...]
Painkillers such as opioids can interfere with the function of the brain. In many ways, they can impact mental health. Over time, it's possible to become dependent on painkillers even if they've been prescribed to help with chronic pain. When it comes to painkillers and [...]
If you or someone you know is struggling to manage a cocaine addiction, you understand just how dangerous this addiction can be. Cocaine is one of the most common addictions in the world. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most deadly. If someone you [...]
The heroin epidemic continues to damage too many lives. Thousands die each year from a heroin overdose in the United States, and countless others end up in emergency rooms with withdrawal symptoms or worse. Heroin abuse remains a central problem for our country. There are [...]
You may already be familiar with some of the myths about drugs and addiction – that it’s not a disease, or it’s easy to detox on your own. Because drugs are often a taboo topic, not many people talk about the topic. However, there are [...]
Mental illness can be overwhelming, not only for those affected but also for their loved ones. If coupled with substance abuse, it is even more challenging. When mental illness and substance abuse overlap, it comprises what mental health experts call a co-occurring disorder that is [...]
A recent study revealed that between 2000 and 2017 nearly 3,000 children under the age of 6 were admitted to United States poison care centers after ingesting marijuana. As the drug becomes more prevalent in society, so have reported incidents of unintentional marijuana ingestion. Between [...]
At Georgia Addiction Treatment Center, we understand that every person struggling with addiction is unique. That means that every person’s path to recovery must be unique as well. With more than 40 million Americans suffering at the hand of addiction, it is more important than ever that we address this crisis head-on.
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