Understanding Substance Abuse Substance use disorder, also known colloquially as addiction to alcohol or drugs, is a chronic condition involving compulsive use of addictive substances…

When it comes to America’s health, the need to combat prescription drug abuse could not be a more prescient priority. According to recent statistics made…

Defining Substance Misuse And Abuse Those who are unfamiliar with the topic of addiction may at first find themselves confused by the terms “drug abuse”…

Understanding Mental Illnesses According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, a mental illness is a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder that…

What Is The Twelve Step Method Of Recovery From Substance Abuse? Addiction to drugs or alcohol is a complex mental illness characterized by a person’s…