Opioid dependence is a public health epidemic. The number of opioid overdose deaths hit an all-time high in 2014. This includes both prescription pain medications and heroin. Currently one person dies in the US from an opioid overdose every 20 … [Read more...]
The Hidden Costs of Confusing “Addiction” with Drug Dependence
A person using pain medication can be mischaracterized as having addiction by concerned family members, legal representatives; or even themselves. Misguided perceptions may further extend to co-workers, sway a juror’s perception in a legal judgment, … [Read more...]