Tag Archives: Addiction

We are already used to the news reports about celebrities struggling with addiction or overdosing on prescription medications. But it is not mentioned so often that 46 Americans die each day from overdoses involving prescription opioids. Opioids are a class of drugs that include powerful prescription painkillers, such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, tramadol, morphine, and fentanyl. Health care providers use the …

Sonata is a prescription medication for insomnia which is also known by the generic name zaleplon. AddictionResource authors explain that taking sleeping capsules/pills in a way that deviates from a doctor’s recommendation can be qualified as abuse. The given infographic lists its major reasons. Improper use of Sonata is associated with a long list of side effects, including dependence and …

Bad habits create bad outcomes; good habits get us closer to our goals. Even if you don’t hit your goal at the intended time, you can put good habits to work so you can at least wander by your goals as you continue on your life’s path. Whether you’re fighting a bad habit or an addiction, there are options available. …

Smartphones and the consumption of information have become incredibly important and addictive in many parts of everyday life. This infographic sent to us by BankMyCell illustrates the cultural shift towards smartphones and personal devices, and how they deliver an endless stream of information which can negatively impact us psychologically. It has also been linked to increased anxiety and stress, a …

Today we would like to offer for your attention with this infographic  about Gambling Addiction, How to play and at the same time stay out of trouble. The general idea of the infographics is that gambling or gaming addiction is not something that cannot be dealt with, but in any way it needs serious attention. The ones who have addicted …