Watching a loved one struggle with drug or alcohol addiction is painful and scary. You may confront them, punish them, and even stage an intervention--all to no avail. Unfortunately, denial and refusal are common among people with substance use disorders.  Denial is common because it can be difficult to admit…

Heroin addiction is a chronic and progressive condition that affects many Americans on a daily basis. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 5.1 million people suffered from heroin abuse in 2015.[1] Individuals who suffer from an addiction to heroin are at an increased risk of experiencing…