Long-Term Effects of Prescription Painkiller Abuse
If you have ever dealt with intense chronic pain after an injury or surgery, you know that over-the-counter pain relievers may not provide relief. Prescription painkillers may be the only solution that works for severe pain. However, you must use them with caution as they can be highly addictive. On top of that, they can […]
Most Commonly Abused Prescriptions
Prescription drug abuse occurs when prescribed medication is used in a way that is not intended—for example, taking your friend’s prescription painkillers for a backache. Another example is grinding up pills to snort them with the intent of getting high. Risks of this type of addiction include overdose and mental health issues. With that in […]
