Over 6.4 million children in the United States have been diagnosed with ADHD. The number of kids on ADHD drugs continues to rise, along with the number of young adultsand adults who now take prescription drugs like Adderall, Ritalin, and Concerta for the condition. “Prescriptions for these stimulants are on the rise, meaning millions of … More New Study: ADHD Drug Abuse Can Permanently Alter the Brain
As we gather around the tree and smile at family and friends, we can forget that for many that smile is only a façade and this is not the “most wonderful time of the year.” With last year reporting 19.7 million Americans suffering from substance use disorder, most likely someone in your family or close … More How to Love an Addict Through the Holidays
Yesterday we began the discussion of the administration’s roll out of fighting addiction. You can read part one here in the story: President Obama Proposes $1.1 Billion To Address Prescription Opioid Abuse And Heroin Use In December, the President signed a bipartisan budget agreement with more than $400 million in funding specifically to address the opioid … More 4 Real Life Ways The White House Will Battle Addiction
