Drug and alcohol treatment incorporates many different factors. These factors are often studied and tested, then implemented to ensure the optimum potential for an individual to recover from substance abuse addiction. Some factors utilized include available resources, social supports, finances, and health care records. Gender, race, and sexual orientation are also important aspects to consider…
Substance addiction in the United States is widespread, and, in recent years, has become a much discussed public health concern. Substance abuse costs the U.S. an estimated $740 billion each year, and it wreaks havoc on millions of lives. But the devastating effects of drug and alcohol misuse aren’t limited to those who ingest substances.…
Are you depressed or anxious? Do you have a drinking or drug problem? Take this 3 minute quiz to see which program is right for you.
Instructions Here are some questions regarding your relationships with alcohol. Please respond YES or NO and try to answer the questions quickly so we get your first honest reaction. The whole questionnaire shouldn’t take more than a few minutes. Remember to answer every question. There are no right or wrong answers! Contact AspenRidge Recovery directly…
Addiction is a disease that is currently impacting 23 million Americans. Although drug abuse has been around for centuries, it wasn’t until 1987 that addiction was classified in the medical community as an actual disease. The general consensus now is that addiction is, in fact, a complex disease of the brain and body. Because of…
Contrary to what many people believe, addiction isn’t just confined to street gangs, deviants, and the homeless. As a leading disease throughout the world, drug addiction does not discriminate against color, race, creed, or gender. It carries the potential of ruining the lives of absolutely anyone, from middle-class stay-at-home parents to big wig corporate CEOs. The…
This Patient Health Questionnaire assesses the degree of depression severity via a 1 minute questionnaire. Please fill out each question as quickly and accurately as possible while trying not to over think any question.
The Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST) is a screening tool for the abuse of drugs other than alcohol. Take the quiz to discover your level of addiction.
Snorting Xanax: Alprazolam Substance Abuse & Addiction Anxiety is the most common mental illness affecting 40 million adults in the United States or 18.1% of the population. In response to this growing mental health concern, anti-anxiety pills continue to be in high demand with Xanax being the number one most heavily prescribed psychiatric drug. Due…
It can be hard to tell the difference between drug use and drug abuse. Drug use vs. drug abuse terms is often used interchangeably, although abuse and use carry different meanings. It is helpful to be aware of these differences as this can help with knowing when the use of a substance has become problematic.…