From 2019 to 2020, drug overdose deaths increased by 30% in the U.S., and from 2020 to 2020, overdose deaths grew by another 15%. While many contributing factors contribute to skyrocketing overdose death rates, one of the key reasons is a sharp rise in unintentional fentanyl overdose deaths. Read on to learn more about the…
The subconscious mind has the power to fuel any addictions, while the conscious mind is grounded more in logic and facts. All of your different life experiences significantly impact your decisions, as your unconscious mind handles automatic behaviors. Learning to distinguish between the subconscious and conscious mind is essential for anyone struggling with substance abuse.…
Drug addiction has been a significant concern in the U.S. for decades. The opioid epidemic that began in the 1990s and 2000s led to a spike in drug overdose deaths. Although many people are trying to sound the alarm on the opioid epidemic in the United States, the problem has only worsened in recent years.…
Many believe that people with substance abuse problems aren’t able to hold down jobs, but substance abuse statistics show that this is a false statement. An estimated 70% of the more than 14.8 million people who use illegal drugs work at least part-time, and nearly a quarter of all respondents to a survey reported having…
