XANAX ABUSE

Alina Snowden in Addiction
August 20, 2023

Running from Grief

One of our most recent graduates tells his story of losing his father and how it played a role in his addiction. Even though he was chasing an escape the grief was still right behind him.

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Aaron in Drug Awareness
December 1, 2020

Consequences of Long-term Benzodiazepine Use

Benzodiazepines are most often prescribed for so-called panic disorders and anxiety. While there may be some who find these drugs temporarily relieve symptoms, they are extremely addictive and the risk of using them cannot be overstated.

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Joe Kertis in Addiction
August 31, 2018

“Xanax Is the New Heroin”

There’s a nearly 4-billion-dollar industry right now you may not be aware of. No, it’s not heroin or street drugs. This is the legal, prescription market for anti-anxiety drugs in the United States. Nearly 40 million Americans “suffer from anxiety,” a recent study shows.

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Aaron in Addiction
October 16, 2017

Five Shocking Facts about Xanax

Xanax is often prescribed for anxiety and other psychiatric issues but it has become one of the most commonly abused drugs. Other statistics on Xanax are: The average person with a Xanax addiction will take between 20-30 pills every day...

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