Prescription drugs are among the most commonly misused substances in the U.S., leading to an opioid overdose crisis. But what exactly are the most addictive prescription drugs? The most commonly abused, addicting prescription drugs include opioids, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, stimulants, and sedatives. While these drugs are typically prescribed for legitimate medical reasons, they can also be…
Whether you’re concerned for a loved one who has started painkillers or plan on beginning them yourself, knowing how they can affect you means a decreased risk of forming an addiction. Learning the early signs of painkiller abuse is critical in preventing addiction. Painkiller abuse affects hundreds of thousands of Americans every year and regularly…
Millions of Americans take some type of prescription drug to treat a medical condition or prevent illness. However, some prescription drugs carry a potential for abuse and addiction. It is dangerous to take prescription drugs if a doctor has not prescribed them for you, or in ways other than they were originally prescribed. Prescription drugs…
Benzodiazepine drugs are often prescribed to individuals who need help managing mental health disorders. Many people benefit from the medications when taken as prescribed. However, if you stray outside the guidelines outlined by your doctor, you could end up becoming addicted to benzos. Some people have a hard time recognizing benzo addiction symptoms. Once you…
Benzodiazepines are commonly prescribed medications used to treat anxiety, panic disorders, and seizures. Though they are highly effective in treating these conditions, benzos can also be addictive. If you or someone you love requires benzo addiction treatment, help is available. At Greater Boston Addiction Centers, we offer comprehensive benzo addiction treatment that can help our…
Prescription drug abuse is a serious public health hazard. In 2020 alone, over 16 million Americans abused prescription medications or took them other than what they were prescribed. This could mean taking more than the prescribed amount of medication, taking medication that wasn’t prescribed to you, becoming addicted to prescription drugs, or even overdosing. Prescription…