Posts Tagged ‘drug abuse’

Teens and Prescription Drug Abuse

Written on January 12th, 2010 by Doug McGarryView Comments

Forty years ago teenagers were into LSD, PCP, smoking marijuana and using speed. Not so much today. Although illicit drug use is still common among teens and adults, prescription drugs have become the main substance being used by teenagers to get high. Why? And what kind of drug addiction rehab is best for young people?

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Oxycontin Detox

Written on September 30th, 2009 by Nick HayesView Comments

Many doctors prescribe Oxycontin without a second thought. Because Oxycontin is so powerful and easily addictive, it also is very easy to overdose. It is best to find alternative treatments besides drugs to deal with Oxycontin. In a qualified rehab center that focuses on holistic treatment, the drug abuser’s health is strictly monitored as well as their emotional well-being.

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All American Boy – Part 2

Written on July 21st, 2009 by Nick HayesView Comments

A friend of the family had been through a program called Narconon, and gave me the contact number. By the time I called, I was desperate for help – for anything.

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The Hard Facts on Drugs – Ketamine

Written on June 10th, 2009 by Nick HayesView Comments

Ketamine was first given to Vietnam soldiers, and in 1965 it became a popular dissociative, meaning it is a drug that blocks signals to the brain.

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A Drug Addiction Can Take Everything

Written on May 28th, 2009 by Nick HayesView Comments

My mom didn’t suspect a thing, but I had a bunch of secrets eating away at me, and to numb that anxious emotion, I tried ecstasy.

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