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Misuse of hydrocodone and other prescription pain medicines is widespread in America.1 In the United States in 2020, hydrocodone had the highest rate of misuse out of all the prescription pain medicines, with 4.7 million Americans (1.7%) aged 12 or older having abused hydrocodone within the year before the survey.1 That same year, 2.3 million Americans […]

Men who struggle with substance abuse or addiction often face unique challenges and may benefit from sex- or gender-specific programming. Men may struggle with the concept of seeking help, as gender stereotyping may lead them to believe that seeking treatment is a sign of weakness. Even after going into treatment, some men may feel uncomfortable […]

A 2020 survey shows that roughly 902,000 Americans aged 12 and older used heroin within the past year, with 691,000 of them meeting the criteria for a heroin use disorder.11 In Nevada, an estimated 5,000 people aged 12 and older used heroin in 2019.8 In this article, you will learn what heroin is, why it’s […]

Teenagers who struggle with addiction may find themselves facing unique challenges. The brain isn’t fully developed until early adulthood, leaving teens and young adults more vulnerable to chemical and behavioral changes caused by substance abuse.1 In particular, evidence suggests that teens who abuse substances may be at increased risk for developing substance use disorders. In […]

Fentanyl is an extremely dangerous drug that is a growing problem in Nevada and across the United States. In Nevada, fentanyl and other synthetic opioids accounted for around 15% of all 510 opioid overdose deaths in 2019, however, in 2020, this percentage jumped to 32.4% of all 788 opioid overdose deaths.1,17 This page will help […]