ENVIROMENTAL FACTORS
Powerfully Dangerous Meth Linked to Homelessness and Mental Illness
Reports from across America testify to the catastrophic effects of a new form of methamphetamine that is driving some people into mental institutions and others into homeless encampments.
When It Comes to Addiction, the Words We Say, Matter
Words have power; they can inspire and heal, or they can hurt and destroy, so let's chose our words wisely.
Why a Change of Environment is an Important Tool in Maintaining Sobriety
For some people, returning to their usual environments after completing rehab can be a serious mistake. A change of environment can be just the therapy some people need to succeed in their new sober lives.
Mental Health and Drug Abuse
This is probably the most debated subject in the field of drug use and alcoholism. It is extremely controversial, and people rarely see eye to eye on it. And in just a few paragraphs we are going to crack this wide open.
Is Drug Abuse Hereditary?
Here we have what might be one of the oldest debates on the subject of drug abuse and alcohol addiction. Is drug abuse hereditary? Is alcoholism hereditary? Why do some people become addicted to drugs and alcohol and others do not? What is the critical factor or factors here? Is it genetics?