Most people don't realize there are almost 15,000 overdose deaths yearly that involve prescription pain relievers. Today, painkillers are one of the most commonly abused drugs in the United States and have been for quite some time. Back in 2008 the number of overdose deaths involving powerful...
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More and more people are misusing oxycontin every day and are in need of help for their addiction. OxyContin is a prescription narcotic pain reliever that was approved in 1995 by the FDA for the treatment of pain. The main active ingredient in oxycontin is oxycodone which is a derivative of opium...
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Treatment Options for Pain Pill Popping Epidemic
At one time when we thought of drug abuse we related it to LSD, Cocaine, Heroin, Marijuana and Methamphetamine. Today there are hundreds of different substances abused by people of all ages and they aren't all illicit street drugs.
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Shame, guilt, fear and overwhelming need and dependency are all part of this silent addiction. This silent epidemic is everywhere. There is no state that’s untouched by this addiction. I read an article recently on an Oklahoma News site and the headline said “Oklahoma drug-related...
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Prescription drug addiction differs from other forms of drug abuse and addiction in that the abuse develops very subtly and the addiction, gradually. In many cases prescription drug use will start with a medical need. Those who use painkillers – one of the most common prescription drugs...
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This is the most one sided piece of B.S I've read in a long time. For a start your first heading: "How is kratom ABUSED?" The more appropriate heading "How and Why is kratom USED?" Just reading that lets me know where you're coming from. All drugs are bad, blah, blah, bllah. Maybe you should try some and have a rethink about the misinformation/propaganda your promoting on this 'addiction site' meant to inform the public. You sir (author) are; judging by this article doing no good for the...
The stages of change are a circular process. Ideally people will remain in the maintenance stage forever but without a new challenge; IE. school a new career, life can get pretty routine and depression can occur, and if that happens it can threaten the quality of sobriety, and lead to relapse drifting behavior. Once a lapse occurs, the person MUST have someone that they can talk to honestly, if shame or guilt forces a person to be silent about a lapse, then the chance of a full blown relapse...
Hi I'm from Australia just read your message glad subutex is helping you. I'm nearly 60 and can't see myself changing much .. I'm on mmt doing ok except for really bad constipation [no any cures] I fooled around when I was about 20 then stopped after 6 yrs. and then I had accident hurt my neck 8 years ago tried the old remedies but they seemed really different you would think because we are close to SE Asia it would be ok no way so I ended up on mmt never thought that would happen eases my...
I've been on methadone for almost 7 years. I have health problems and was taking several meds over the years to help with my pain. I kept hearing you should try methadone, it's not addicting like other opiates. I was told it just makes you feel "normal" but w/o being in pain. I started at a clinic and right away I didn't like how it made me feel. I'd talk weekly with my counselor and attended weekly group meetings. When I kept telling my counselor that it made me feel weird and I was just kind...
When you say that websites "claim" that Kratom helps with addiction, depression, pain, and fatigue, it does. Read testimonials all over the internet. It helps much more than it hurts. As for teens taking Kratom, how many have statistically died from the substance? None that I've ever read. Like marijuana, Kratom is a euphoria-producing substance and also helps remedy many ailments. Just because something produces euphoria, why should it be made illegal? Does the world have something against...
The thing for me is I know all of this, and yet I still allow my emotions to dictate my actions!!! I am a sucker for my so called family and they bring me down that much further!!! I have a lot of wasted talent, I miss my woman, no one trusts me, and I am not the only one with these feelings. Yet I am alone in these struggles because it is me that I'm struggling with!!!
Miralax read directions and follow to letter. Also incorporate much pineapple in diet, much h2o all day, and liquid aloe vera not any form but liquid(drug, health stores),ez find. drink 4 oz. Eat pine. regular h2o all day every day in a week you’ll be on your way. Trust me, . But I know what helped me. Take Care, Martha
In 2010, after seeing a Dr. for severe constipation caused by meds I was referred to a surgeon who recommended a sub total colectomy absolutely out of? DRINK miralax, read directions, drink PLENTY of h2o, walk each day and eat. Incorporate much pineapple and or other fruits that help stimulate digestive issues. Take Care, Martha
I am not trying to burst your bubble, but just trying to save you time and money. I am a registered nurse and an addict. I did some research and there is no state, in the United States that allows a person to have a nursing license with a felony. It does not matter what the felony is for, it is a federal and state mandate that individuals that apply for nursing licensure not have ANY felonies. They will work with you, in 5 states, if you have a misdemeanor. It would be best to try either to...
No one should use ecstasy because of the severe after effects.
Hi everyone....I just wanted to let you all know that my best friend has been on the Methadone Program for 13 years at 190 mil per day. She is 5 feet tall and weighs 100 pounds. Last Saturday she was drinking Vodka (while on her methadone), Sunday she had three seizures and the hospital sent her home. Twenty minutes later she had a major seizure that she never came out of. My friend, Sara, is now lying in a hospital bed. She is completely brain dead and she will die anytime. Please,...
I've taken Valium approx. once a week for quite some time. It's black market Valium from India. Am I likely to suffer withdrawal off 10mg per week in 1 dose? I start to feel a bit crazy on the two week mark. How long is this feeling likely to last? I would really appreciate some advice as I have to work and the reason I go back to it is to get through a busy period but if I know how to taper off this dose I might see the light at the end on the tunnel.
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