Why is substance abuse a problem?

Drug abuse problems - the myriad repercussions to substance addiction - are typically not high on the list of considerations when someone begins using drugs. read more

If your drug use is out of control or causing problems, talk to your doctor. Getting better from drug addiction can take time. There’s no cure, but treatment can help you stop using drugs and stay drug-free. read more

This is why drug addiction is also a relapsing disease. Relapse is the return to drug use after an attempt to stop. Relapse indicates the need for more or different treatment. read more

Substance abuse is a real problem in many parts of the world. It not only causes pain and suffering for the individuals involved, but also those around them and society as a whole. Despite continued attempts to understand and eradicate drug and alcohol abuse there is no sign that it is abating. read more