The types of drugs that people use change over the years. For instance, some drugs become more popular over time as others decrease in use. Today’s common new drugs include substances that rank high in the number of people who misuse them. For drug addiction treatment in the Fort Worth area, contact Fort Behavioral Health today…
Teen holiday parties pose unique challenges for parents and teens. During these events, teens may feel pressured to use drugs or alcohol. And parents worry about this problem for their children. Instead of forcing your teen to stay home, understand the dangers they face, and help them through tackling these challenges in a healthy way.…
Whether you should start drug testing your child remains a difficult decision for all parents. While the practice can tell you if your child uses drugs, you may not get a complete picture. Plus, your child may want to rebel against the test. As with all parental decisions, you must weigh the advantages and disadvantages…
Teenagers have various reasons for trying drugs. But they cannot know that trying drugs once could lead to substance abuse in the future. Knowing the top reasons why teens try drugs the first time can help you to prevent teen drug abuse and get help for those who suffer from substance use disorders. If a…
Alcohol use disorder can occur in people of any age, income level, gender, or profession. Noticing the signs of alcohol abuse is vital to preventing death. Getting treatment for this problem could prevent potentially deadly consequences that could occur from problem drinking, such as alcohol poisoning or drinking and driving. A life free of alcohol…
Drug abuse happens with both legal and illegal substances. When it comes to legal drugs, prescription pills are among the most frequently misused. While a person prescribed these medications can take them legally as directed, illegal use can happen in many situations. If you’re battling one of the common abused prescription pills, please contact Fort…
Opioids, including heroin, are extremely addictive drugs. Use and addiction to heroin can happen to anyone of any age, including teenagers. If you suspect teen heroin addiction in a loved one, you need to know risk factors, the signs to look for, and what to do about it. For more information, please reach out to…
While many Halloween parties may involve alcohol, you can have a sober Halloween without substances and still enjoy yourself. Planning for the holiday season will make it easier to avoid drinking Halloween. Plus, you can stay sober at parties through the end of the year. Your journey of recovery doesn’t stop when you complete an…
Encountering a relapse back into addiction does not mean that you are a failure or that treatment failed. You are human and subjected to natural temptations and issues daily. To keep a brief lapse into old behaviors from making you regress, create a relapse prevention plan as soon as you complete an addiction treatment program.…
Teenagers can succumb to alcohol addiction just as adults do. The manner that teens drink, though, differs significantly from their older counterparts. To understand teen alcohol addiction, you need to know why teens drink and what signs your teen may exhibit to indicate that they suffer from a problem. For more information about the treatment…