Causes of PTSD in Adults
There’s a common perception that most of the change in your life happens in young adulthood. That’s often the period of time when people pursue [...]
Understanding the Role between Addiction and Genetics
Whether or not genetics do play an impactful role in addiction is something that countless people and medical professionals alike still go back and forth [...]
The Barbiturate Effects That Should Be on Your Radar
We all want to relax, but sadly many people turn to barbiturate abuse to fill that need. If you’ve struggled with anxiety, sleep issues, headaches [...]
Treatment Options for Adults with Dual Diagnosis
A person with a dual diagnosis has been diagnosed with both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder. Nearly half of adults in [...]
Debunking Drug Overdose Myths
In the United States, the number of people who die from a drug overdose increases each year, with the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics [...]
Understanding Mid-Life Prescription Addiction
If someone says “drugs,” which drug does your mind immediately conjure up? Is it cocaine, heroin, or maybe something a bit greener, like marijuana? For [...]
Am I Having a Midlife Crisis?
We’ve all heard the stereotype – someone goes through a midlife crisis and buys a motorcycle or starts trying all the new fad diets and [...]
5 Tips for Staying Sober After Leaving a Sober Living Home
Sober living homes can be a huge asset to those recovering from an addiction, between the non-negotiable sober environment and the establishment of healthy habits [...]
Can You Get Addicted to Marijuana?
Around the country, marijuana is increasingly becoming legalized for both medicinal and recreational purposes, and many people are celebrating it — but some are concerned. [...]
Help Your Loved One Overcome an Addiction From Day One
There’s nothing harder than seeing the person you care for the most struggling with an addiction. If your boyfriend, girlfriend, spouse, partner or someone you [...]
