Netflix Addiction: America’s Latest Binge Obsession
Binge watching shows on Netflix may seem harmless, but studies show that this behavior can become an addiction and lead to a number of health and lifestyle consequences.
The Fentanyl Crisis is Exploding in America
With its ease of manufacture and access, fentanyl has quickly become a major contributor to the current opioid crisis in the U.S.
Drinking Around the World: Alcoholism Rates by Country
Alcoholism doesn’t just affect the United States. In fact, addiction rates are highest in the following countries.
Glorifying Drug Use: Top 10 Drug Addiction Movies
Drug use has been glorified in the media since as early as the 1980’s, and continues to be a theme for movies despite evidence of the strong impression this leaves on viewers.
Recovery Month: Twelve Tips for Your Recovery from Addiction
Recovery month brings about addiction awareness and celebrates those who have succeeded in their recovery efforts. Here are ways you, too, can overcome addiction.
Are Energy Drinks the New Gateway Drug for Teenagers?
Energy drinks contain a high concentration of caffeine, and can become addictive if consumed regularly. If an energy drink tolerance is developed users may resort to stronger, more dangerous stimulants such as cocaine.
Help, I’m Addicted to Sleeping Pills
If you or someone you love is addicted to sleeping pills, it’s imperative that you seek treatment help. Find the best rehab programs in the U.S. at Addictions.com.
Can You Die from Withdrawal?
Being physically dependent on a substance means that your body has adapted so that it now requires drugs or alcohol to keep functioning normally. Suddenly quitting your drug of choice cold turkey can cause drastic physical changes in all of your organs, especially your brain and heart. It’s therefore natural, and even smart, for a …
Is the Digital Age to Blame for Online Shopping Addiction?
Shopping has evolved dramatically within the last 20 years, thanks to the Internet. Online shopping has completely changed the way Americans shop, and can often be more fun, convenient, and less costly than shopping at brick-and-mortar stores. Today, shopping online is as easy as tapping a few screens on your device, and can lead to …
4 Ways to Combat the Opioid Epidemic in America
Opioid addiction remains a major public health crisis in America, and was linked to 33,000 deaths in 2015. Drug overdoses are the leading cause of accidental death in the U.S. — the majority of which are being caused by opioid use. In 2015, over 63 percent of all drug overdose deaths were caused by either …