The use of illicit drugs and alcohol in Colorado is considerably higher than the national average. Charles Smith, the Director of the Behavioral Health Division of the State Department of Human Services, has been quoted as saying, “It’s always worrisome when we look at Colorado and other mountain states for substance abuse and serious mental…
For those who have an addiction to drugs or alcohol, the instinct is to get treatment for the addiction. People tend to want to treat their symptoms so that they have an easier time not using, with the hope that doing so should lead to recovery, right? Unfortunately, that is not the way it works…
“The Universe does indeed provide for your every need.” ~Ellen Peterson, Choosing Joy, Creating Abundance Substance abuse is a major problem in Colorado. For example, in Denver, the rates of abuse for nearly every major type of drug has gone up significantly in recent years, especially for methamphetamines, heroin, and prescription opioid painkillers. Just as…
Over 75% of all substance abusers are employed, according to a report released by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. But 91% of those with the disorder aren’t receiving services. One of the most common objections raised by substance abusers as a reason to keep putting off getting the professional help they need…