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21 Colorado Addiction Facts That May Surprise You

Addiction Information, Alcohol Addiction, Drug TrendsBy MPitcherNovember 15, 2018Leave a comment

Everyone knows that, in 2013, Colorado became the first state to legalize recreational pot. But, did you know that the state has the 12th highest consumption rate of illegal drugs? These Colorado drug use statistics should be interesting to you. We hear a lot about legalized marijuana in Colorado. After all, the state gained national…

meth in colorado today

Meth in Colorado

Addiction InformationBy MPitcherSeptember 25, 2018Leave a comment

Meth in Colorado is a major issue. It is one of the top ten states for meth use and is only increasing in users and overdoses every year. Meth in Colorado There have been many drug busts as of late in an attempt to combat the surge of the product being brought in. It is…

comparison of subutex vs suboxone

Subutex vs. Suboxone: Which Is Better & How Do They Shape Our Idea Of Addiction?

Addiction InformationBy MPitcherAugust 18, 2018Leave a comment

As the opioid epidemic continues to rage on, killing 115 Americans each day on average, one of the most effective treatments for this devastating addiction is also one of the most controversial. Subutex vs. Suboxone: Which Is Better & How Do They Shape Our Idea Of Addiction? Buprenorphine, marketed as Subutex and Suboxone, has helped…

Barbituates and the risk of overdose

Hundreds of People Still Overdose on Barbiturates Every Year

Addiction InformationBy MPitcherAugust 14, 2018Leave a comment

Thought barbiturates went out of style in the 1970’s? Think again. Statistics show that they still kill around 400 people every year. I’m a lifelong music nerd, so barbiturate overdose is something I’ve been familiar with for a long time. After all, some of the greatest musicians ever died by OD’ing on the stuff. Jimi…

the most famous drug addicts

23 Surprising Famous Drug Addicts You May Not Have Known About

Addiction InformationBy MPitcherAugust 13, 2018Leave a comment

Contrary to what many people believe, addiction isn’t just confined to street gangs, deviants, and the homeless – it can ruin the lives of absolutely anyone, from middle-class stay-at-home parents to big wig corporate CEOs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that addiction is so common today that as many as 1 in…

opioid crisis in America

Why Are Opioid Deaths Going UP When the Number of Prescriptions Are Going DOWN?

Addiction InformationBy MPitcherJune 20, 2018Leave a comment

On the face of it, it doesn’t seem to make much sense. Over the past few years, the number of opioid painkiller prescriptions dispensed in the United States has decreased significantly. But at the same time, the number of opioid-related overdose deaths has continued to climb at a dramatic rate. How Bad Is the Opioid…

the cost to maintain addiction

How Much Does It Cost to Maintain an Addiction?

Addiction InformationBy MPitcherJune 15, 2018Leave a comment

Conversations about the national drug crisis usually address the toll on humanity—overdose deaths, crime, and the impact on society. But looking at it another way—in FINANCIAL terms—how much does it cost to maintain an addiction? The National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates that the abuse of and addiction to nicotine, alcohol, illicit drugs, and prescription…

what is krokodil drug

Understanding Krokodil Addiction and Recovery Options

Addiction InformationBy MPitcherMarch 20, 2018Leave a comment

There’s a new drug scourge sweeping the nation: Krokodil. This drug is known by many different names and spellings. Users also call it the crocodile drug, the zombie drug, the devil’s breath, gator drug, croc drug, and more. Scientists call it desomorphine. Police and families everywhere don’t care what it’s called, they just know it’s…

addiction treatment options and levels of care

Addiction Treatment Options: Levels of Care and Therapeutic Approaches in Rehab Explained

RecoveryBy MPitcherFebruary 5, 2018Leave a comment

Addiction treatment can take many forms. Depending on the addict and the nature of their addiction, certain types of rehabilitation will work better for them than other types. With so many rehab options, though, how do you choose the right one? In some cases, the addict may need to live in a treatment center for…

find the right length of stay in addiction treatment

Length of Stay in Addiction Treatment: Why it is a VERY Important Factor in Success

Addiction InformationBy MPitcherJanuary 20, 2018Leave a comment

Addiction is a chronic disease that leads to frequent relapse, leaving a person feeling enslaved to alcohol or drugs. Over 20 million Americans feel compulsive cravings for drugs or alcohol. Of those, about 2 million are opiate addicts. So how can a longer length of stay in addiction treatment benefit those struggling with addiction? People…

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