Understanding Reverse Tolerance to Drugs and Alcohol
In substance use and addiction, the phenomenon of reverse tolerance, also known as "drug sensitization," contradicts the more commonly known concept of tolerance, in [...]
In substance use and addiction, the phenomenon of reverse tolerance, also known as "drug sensitization," contradicts the more commonly known concept of tolerance, in [...]
When you’re in recovery for drug or alcohol addiction, it’s normal to be fearful of relapse. A single slip up or a full-fledged return [...]
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In a perfect world, when you make the decision to seek help for substance addiction, you would enter rehab, learn and make the necessary changes [...]
When people picture what someone struggling with substance addiction looks like, they may picture someone younger, whom they imagine got involved with drugs or alcohol [...]
Whether you’re a first-time mom or a father of three, there’s no denying that parenthood is hard. While parents have often indulged in a glass [...]
When adults suffer from substance abuse, over time, they can begin to develop ways to hide their addiction and go about their daily lives as [...]