It can be difficult to keep up with all the terms used for various drugs. With an ever-growing array of dangerous substances available on the…
The opioid crisis has been in the public eye for over two decades. Over the past ten years or so, it has become a buzz…
Substance abuse and addiction affect people of all genders. Addiction is caused by a number of factors – including genetics, mental health, stress, and environment…
If it seems like the addiction problem in America is getting worse, that’s because it is. Despite countless awareness campaigns, legal regulations, and public health…
What is addiction? For most of human history, it was seen as a personal failing. However, modern medicine has proven that addiction is a medical…
The opioid crisis is still a huge problem throughout the US. Over two million Americans are dependent on opioids. One particular type of opioid that…
We expect certain behaviors from people addicted to alcohol. These include impulsive decision-making, lateness or absenteeism from work, and impaired social relations. But what about…
For some people, practicality has no part to play in the decision of whether or not to go to rehab. They’re struggling to get through…
Bipolar Disorder, a complex mental health condition, affects millions globally, yet remains shrouded in misconceptions and oversimplifications. Characterized by dramatic shifts in mood, energy, and…
Finally making the decision to become sober is one that has taken a lot of courage, years, and heartache to come to. It is a…