Methamphetamine is a stimulant used recreationally across the United States, usually as an upper to increase energy, cause sensations of euphoria, and to help people stay awake. At the same time, it’s highly addictive and with significant interactions across the central nervous system, can cause unwanted side-effects and long-term and sometimes permanent damage. An estimated […]
What Does the Bible Say About Addiction?
Today, an estimated 48.5 million American suffer from a substance use disorder or “addiction”. That epidemic of addiction means that almost 1 in 2 Americans struggles with substance abuse (17% of the population over the age of 18). For many of us, that’s a result of demanding jobs, high levels of stress, and little or […]
How My Pet Can Help Me Get Sober
Today, more than half of all Americans have a pet. In fact, in 2024, 45.5 percent of American households have dogs and 32.1 million have cats. When you add in other pets like gerbils, hamsters, rats, and fish, 62% of Americans own a pet, with most owning more than one. 1. Companionship Pets provide an […]
What to Expect in Your First Year of Sobriety
For most of us, sobriety is not something we’ve had experience with before. Culture doesn’t allow it. In fact, a large percentage of American teenagers start drinking and never stop. 5.6 million Americans aged 12-20 drink and they drink 3.2% of all alcohol consumed in the United States. From there, it never stops, and alcohol […]
