With the opioid crisis in mind, understanding the progression from tolerance to dependence to addiction is crucial, and knowing how to intervene and support loved ones through addiction recovery can help address this growing issue.
The Calgary Stampede, while a time for celebration, can create an environment that masks and exacerbates gambling and drinking addictions, highlighting the importance of recognizing risk factors, symptoms, and the need for early intervention.
Canada’s opioid epidemic, fueled by drugs like fentanyl and oxycodone, has claimed over 9,000 lives in two years, with increasing overdose deaths, highlighting the urgent need for mental health treatment and prevention strategies.
