Substance dependence

Studies confirm that people are genetically predisposed to substance use. After observing twins, researchers noticed, that their tendencies to acquire certain type of behavior, such as alcohol dependence and marijuana smoking, are similar. Some personal factors, which can be recognized in early childhood, such as impulsivity and instability attributes to a decision of substance use in adolescence. Gene’s studies of humans and animals also reveal tendency to alcohol abuse (Myers, 388). Even…

immediate stressors such as lack of fresh water, lack of power, and an inability to find suitable and stable lodging (Lowe, Chan & Rhodes, 2010). By the time of evacuation the mental health of the survivors rested in a very fragile state. An increase in substance use can likely be attributed to attempts of survivors to cope. What stared…

Substance abuse is a very concerning area in the United States. Society does not understand why or how other people become addicted to drugs. In reality, drug addiction is a complex disease, and quitting takes more than good intentions or a strong will. Our group decided to do our project on substance abuse because drug use is on the rise in this country. There is approximately one in every 10 Americans over the age of 12 that are addicted to alcohol and drugs; almost equal the entire population…

Summary: Examining the Relationship of Substance Use and Sexual Orientation (Lanfear, Akins, & Mosher, 2013) This study assessed the causes and correlates of substance abuse by self-reported sexual minorities, by utilizing statistics derived from a random sample of 6,713 participants of the Washington State Needs Assessment Household Survey (WANAHS). This assessment was intended to evaluate the frequency of substance use and the need for substance abuse treatment in the general population.…

This article talks about an experiment that was administered to see if substance abuse patients had an increase in sobriety after their treatment wzs complete. Generally, treatment for substance abuse is either inpatient or intensive outpatient-like group psychotherapy. Treatment is usually five weeks in length, or about a month long. Increase care after an individual completes their treatment is associaited with an improved outcome. The first three months after a person has completed their…

Since the beginning of human history, substance abuse was not an acknowledged term until after the altering effects of the consciousness. It soon began to become a problem by the physical effects it took on an individuals who were unable to preform their major roles. These roles could include maintaining a job, caring for a family, or having self-control. Furthermore, there are several substances that can lead to an abuse. Examples of substances that can lead to an abuse/addiction are,…

addiction awareness needs to be raised because addiction can affect anyone, treatments do not always work, and substance abuse destroys lives. Addiction has the ability to overpower any one person no matter what the substance or behavior may be. People can become addicted to drugs, gambling, sex, and even technological devices. Addiction is classified as an uncontrollable desire for a substance, and addicts will not feel a sense of relief until the desire is fulfilled (Berger 9). There are…

Group Substance Abuse Counseling Introduction According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crimes individuals have been using psychoactive substances since ancient times. The first historical records show that cannabis was used in 4000 B.C. in Central Asia and North West China. The use of the coca leaf, which holds the primary ingredient to make cocaine, was used as early as 3000 B.C in the Andeans Mountain range in South America. One of the oldest uses of psychoactive substances dates…

have risk and are all dangerous. Romans 7:18 says, “For I know that nothing good dwells in me, that is, in my flesh. For I have the desire to do what is right, but not the ability to carry it out.” (English Standard Version) This risky lifestyle of substances abuse and compulsive behaviors raise the question as to whether society holds fault to enabling the actions of addiction. Formulating understanding around…

Home Health: Drug and Substance Abuse National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence statistics tell us that over ten percent of hospital admissions for seniors are drug or alcohol related, as are 14 percent of emergency room visits and over 20 percent of psychiatric hospital admissions. Widowers over the age of 75 have the highest rate of alcoholism in America. With three to five million seniors over the age of 65 suffering from substance abuse, there is already a problem. However,…