Substance abuse is a real problem, especially in Canada. A study by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) found that Canadians drink more than 50% above the global average. And while most people associate alcoholism and drug use with troubled homes, life on the streets, and criminal activity, the fact is that most […]
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What To Do In the Case of Weed Addiction
While marijuana is not chemically addictive, it can become a behavioral addiction that can seriously interfere with daily life, responsibilities, and productivity. Weed addiction is often symptomatic of other issues. The drug, like any other drug, is used as an escape and coping mechanism, so a developed dependency may be indicative of other, deeply rooted […]
Who Is Rehab Really For?
Alcohol addiction treatment is a topic many people are unwilling to discuss. The word “addiction” always sounds dirty and sinful, and it’s hard for most people to think of it objectively as an illness or changeable condition. Talking about addiction, treatment and the intersections between each invariably brings up memories of loved ones who we […]