Is Substance Abuse a Disease?

Is substance abuse a disease?
I think you have to differentiate between whether it has health effects or whether it’s a disease. It’s difficult for them … didn’t always stay focused on that. Both of those disorders – alcohol and drug abuse – really require … drug abuse – Bing News

Combating Prescription Drug Abuse
It is a problem across the country and now prescription drug abuse is on the rise in Knox County. Gerald Roberts, Abingdon’s Chief of Police, says prescription drug abuse is especially increasing among youth in the area. “The county itself and the area … drug abuse – Bing News

With Rise Of Painkiller Abuse, A Closer Look At Heroin
In many cases, the prescriptions are entirely legitimate, says Dr. Elinore McCance-Katz, who specializes in addiction psychiatry and is first chief medical officer at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. “Opioid … drug abuse – Bing News