Spotting Painkiller Abuse
Prescription painkillers, especially opioids, are some of the most commonly abused drugs in the United States. Because these drugs are legally prescribed, their presence can seem innocuous in people’s homes.…
People who have recently completed addiction treatment are more likely to relapse than those who have successfully maintained a sober lifestyle for a year or more. This is because it takes time and practice to establish a sober lifestyle and implement coping skills learned during recovery.