Methamphetamine is a strong stimulant that is highly addictive. Users consume meth, commonly known as glass, speed, ice, or crystal, through snorting, smoking, injecting, or swallowing pills to achieve the sought after feeling of euphoria and intense pleasure. However, methamphetamine can cause severe health consequences such as; permanent brain damage, high blood pressure, anxiety, irregular…
Opiate abuse is a major concern and growing problem in the United States due to the health risks of opiate abuse. The abuse of opiates includes things such as: using someone else’s prescription, taking more than your prescribed dose, and using the drug in a different way than you were instructed to by your physician.…
Drug and alcohol abuse can affect a person of any background and status. There are various causes of substance abuse, which include both illegal substances and those resulting from a prescription from a health professional. At Las Vegas Recovery Center we can help you identify causes of substance abuse. Causes of Substance Abuse You Should…
Struggling with a drug use issue is challenging on its own, but when coupled with a mental health disorder, it can compound the effects. Many people who are dealing with substance abuse also have mental health disorders. You may wonder, does one issue lead to the other, or do people simply have both conditions? That…
It is common for a person to develop an addiction to more than one substance. For instance, a user may develop an opiate and alcohol addiction at the same time, struggling with each condition in different ways. Treatment for polysubstance abuse usually includes a dual diagnosis with different levels of care for each type of…
What is Addiction? Substance abuse or “addiction” happens when there is a chemical imbalance in the brain, which affects the cognitive ability to control urges. It also alters the feeling of reward, motivation, and memory. The body starts to develop cravings for the alcohol, drug or other “reward” in order to function normally. When people…