The 7 stages of addiction are used as a blueprint for how addiction typically develops. Substance addiction does not occur all at once; instead, an individual’s addiction is the result of repeated substance abuse that alters their perspective on a drug and how it affects their body. Every person’s progression through this process is the…
Drug addiction is a severe and ongoing problem throughout the U.S. but especially in North Carolina. According to data gathered by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, there are many communities in North Carolina that have high rates of alcohol and drug abuse. These communities are often referred to as having a substance…
Drug charges are serious. Depending on the type of drug and how much you have, the consequences can be severe. You might even face jail time and a criminal record. Having a criminal record after a drug charge can make it difficult to find a job or go to school, which makes things even more…
Addiction is a serious health problem that affects every person in the United States. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, there were about 20 million Americans who were affected by substance use disorders in 2016. The Center for Disease Control, however, estimates that the number of people with an addiction is…
