Addiction is a complex and chronic disease that has multi-layered effects. It can cause substance abuse and damage relationships, quality of life, and health. Total recovery from addiction requires a...
While Adderall commonly treats attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), many use it without prescriptions. Pressures to exceed at work and school have led many—not just college students—to abuse this drug. Some take...
People of all backgrounds can become victims of substance use disorder, and cases of addiction are rising in the United States. One troubling trend is seen in New Hampshire: The...
Marijuana, also known as weed, pot, or cannabis, is one of the most commonly used substances worldwide. Many people view it as a recreational or medicinal drug, but it’s also...
Addiction and the Brain’s Reward Center The brain’s reward center is the area most impacted by dopamine, often referred to as the “pleasure molecule.” When the reward center is triggered,...
How Coping Skills Help with Addiction For individuals struggling with addiction, developing coping skills is crucial. Coping skills can help individuals manage their emotions, deal with stress, and avoid relapse....
Self-Care Is An Inner Journey The choice to enter detox and rehab can be extremely difficult. It may have even been imposed upon you or reached under duress. However, quality...
How Alcohol Affects Women and Men Differently Alcohol misuse is the third-leading preventable cause of death in the United States, following only tobacco use and poor diet plus lack of...
How Addiction Can Progress From Prescription Painkillers to Heroin Opioid addiction is a public health crisis in America. Nearly 25% of Americans aged 12 or older with drug disorders are...
