American Addiction Centers Blog

Latest Article

Trump Administration Proposes Defunding Federal Narcan Distribution Program

A clear connection between decreased overdose deaths and the increased availability and use of naloxone (the opioid overdose reversal medication) can be made by many addiction experts, but funding for naloxone training and distribution programs for first responders has recently been put at risk. Proposed budget cuts and overhaul plans made by the White House […]

6 Signs Your Partner Is Abusing Drugs
Apr 14, 2021

Do you have reason to suspect your partner is abusing drugs? If you’ve never experienced substance abuse firsthand, you might not know what to look for. We’ll go over the telltale signs your partner is abusing drugs below so you can know for sure if they need help. Keep in mind, just having 1 or […]

Why Women are Underrepresented in Addiction Treatment
Apr 13, 2021

Over the past year, substance abuse has spiked in the U.S. and globally. This change is due largely to the pandemic and its rippling social and economic effects. While substance abuse rates increased across all demographics, women represented the largest increase. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), heavy drinking episodes among […]

5 Myths About Addiction
Apr 12, 2021

If you’re battling an addiction to heroin, prescription painkillers, alcohol, or some other substance, it’s crucial to seek treatment right away. Neglecting care can lead to more significant problems, such as using harder drugs or having an overdose. Some people don’t seek treatment because they don’t feel they can do it or aren’t ready to […]

10 Places Where Teens Hide Drugs
Apr 8, 2021

Parents are protective of their children, regardless of how old they are. They want to keep them safe and want what’s best for them. Suspecting that their teens may hide drugs somewhere in the house can be alarming to many parents. It’s not just the secrecy of it all, but the fact that this may […]

Social Media Recovery Communities in a Pandemic World
Apr 6, 2021

Social media has quickly become a popular lifeline for many struggling with addiction. As many know, mental and behavioral health problems are skyrocketing due to Covid-19. In contrast, many traditional treatment service providers had to significantly adjust their operations, while other treatment providers scrambled to meet growing demand. For many, social media has become a […]

Studies on Alcohol Consumption Show Alarming Risk: Cancer
Apr 5, 2021

Something dramatic took place recently. Awareness of the correlation and risks between drinking alcohol and getting cancer existed, but it has reached a heightened state. In October 2020, seven leading cancer- and alcohol-oriented organizations joined forces. They took action. As one bloc, they submitted a petition to the federal government. It went directly to the […]

When Does Microdosing Turn Into Macrodosing?
Apr 2, 2021

LSD is a not-so-complex chemical compound with a complex history. While LSD is illegal in the United States, psychedelics are beginning to be more closely studied, primarily for their potential psychiatric benefits. Microdosing is the act of taking small amounts as a weekly routine, while macrodosing (or just dosing) would be taking enough to “trip”. […]

Is Vaping Cannabis Bad?
Apr 1, 2021

Vaping Weed vs. Smoking Weed Marijuana is the most commonly used illegal substance in the United States.1 In fact, in 2022, 15% of individuals aged 12 or older (that’s 42.3 million people) used marijuana in the past month, including 5.2% (or 14.7 million people) who vaped marijuana in that period.2 Marijuana use impacts the lungs […]

Recovery Spotlight: Eminem
Mar 31, 2021

Eminem is proud of his status as a person in recovery. Last April, the Grammy Award-winning rapper celebrated 12 years of sobriety by posting a picture of his 12-step chip on Instagram, along with the caption: “Clean dozen, in the books! I’m not afraid.” The 8 Mile star also dedicated two albums to his battles […]

Read all about it: Novels About Addiction in the Last 10+ Years
Mar 30, 2021

Substance abuse serves as a theme for many a non-fiction book. The same goes for novels. Many works of fiction have featured addiction as part of their storyline over the years. Here are novels about addiction released within the last 10-15 that are compelling, even suspenseful and amusing at times. Several proved so popular that […]

Ben Higgins Talks About Addiction and Overdose
Mar 26, 2021

As part of a recent episode of Addiction Talk, AAC’s Joy Sutton had the opportunity to sit down with Ben Higgins and discuss his experiences with addiction. A television personality most known for his role on The Bachelor, Higgins struggled for years in secret with an addiction to prescription painkillers. Following the release of his […]

COVID Timeline and Mental Health
Mar 25, 2021

It appears as though we are approaching the finish line to COVID. But we still have a ways to go. Whether it’s the mental health, alcohol abuse, or drug abuse behavior that have changed Americans in the last year, we are all for sure changed in some way. A new version of ourselves. At American […]

Categories
    Need more info?
    Get in touch with us via one of these free and confidential options.
    American Addiction Centers Photo
    Call Us 24/7
    American Addiction Centers Photo
    Verify Your Insurance
    American Addiction Centers Photo
    Not Ready to Talk?
    Not Ready to Talk?