American Addiction Centers Blog
Alcohol Awareness Month: How to Support The Cause
March 28, 2024
Alcohol Awareness Month aims to increase public awareness about alcohol and alcohol use disorders (AUDs). As a public outreach campaign, it cultivates consciousness regarding everything from the adverse effects of alcohol and its impact on individuals and communities to alcohol use disorder prevention and treatment. So what can you do to support Alcohol Awareness Month? […]
“Baby Boomers,” the unofficial, yet often used social construct seemed to start the naming cascade. Generation X, Gen Y, and Gen Z followed. Now there’s a new one, but less strictly demographic and more situational. It’s “Generation O.” The “O” comes from opioids. And the members of this group are the children of those addicted […]
They say that addiction is not a disease. I say take a little look inside my noggin. I was truly insane. And it kept getting worse. I do not have a lot of empty space in my head. It is full of stuff. Good stuff. Fun and useful stuff. Stuff I need to get the […]
The life of a teenager fluctuates between polar opposites: the most awesomely great day can be followed by the most painfully mortifying one. A proud moment carrying a sense of real achievement can be dissolved by gut-wrenching uncertainty. A teen’s outlook on life can be far from rosy; it can often be riddled with bouts […]
Women in today’s society are under more pressure to be everything to everyone than ever before. Over time the media, entertainment industry and our own personal experiences have shaped what we recognize and define as a suburban housewife. The compounding stress on these women, plus the societal pressures they feel often leads them to look […]
Xanax is one of the most commonly prescribed benzodiazepine medications and is routinely used to treat short-term anxiety and panic disorders. For years, the main conversation surrounding the improper use of this prescription drug has centered around adults such as over-anxious parents, stressed-out business executives, and other individuals struggling through difficult aspects of their adult […]
It can be nerve wracking to ask your boss for time off for treatment, but it’s also necessary for your physical and mental health. It’ll be much worse for your job if you don’t seek treatment, but more importantly, worse for you. Your workplace should respect that and accommodate your health needs. Do you have […]
Many young adults experiment with various types of drugs during their college years. As many as 1 in 3 students say they have abused alcohol at some point, and 1 in 5 have used an illicit drug.This type of behavior can lead to addiction. Here are five of the most commonly abused drugs in college: […]
While the cause for addiction is still widely unknown, there are certain contributing factors that may make some people more prone to developing substance use disorders. These risk factors include genetic predisposition, mental health issues, poverty, and a history of traumatic experiences.1 It is not uncommon for those seeking treatment for drug and alcohol addiction […]
Deciding to seek treatment for addiction takes courage. It is a personal choice that can be difficult to make. Often, you’re sitting at rock bottom before the idea of getting treatment even crosses your mind. Suddenly, you’re thrust into a world of having to decide what the best way to seek help looks like for you. […]
Our public libraries have a treasure trove of resources. There are books, of course. Let’s not forget newspapers, magazines, educational programs, book clubs, computers, movies, children’s and cultural events. The list goes on. Libraries serve a vital role in their communities. Many people remember the experience of getting their very first library card. I know […]
The dominoes continue to fall for opioid makers and distributors. On June 10th, Insys Therapeutics filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. It is the first opioid manufacturer to do so. The bankruptcy comes just five days after the Phoenix-based drugmaker agreed to pay a $225 million settlement to the federal government over allegations that it […]
It was early in the day on Christmas Eve. Before the dental surgeon went off on holiday, he saw one last patient for a complex wisdom tooth extraction. That’s not quite accurate. All four of the teenager’s impacted wisdom teeth were going to be removed. The procedure went smoothly and the young man and his […]