The road to recovery for anyone with a substance use disorder comes with many types of relapse triggers. These triggers can be a certain place,…
In the U.S., over two-thirds of adults over the age of 18 reported drinking alcohol within the last year, and reports show this trend has…
Opioids are very effective for treating mild to severe pain, and there are several different types of opioid pain medication on the market today. If…
Cocaine is an addictive stimulant that became popular as a party drug in the 1980s. It is an illegal substance that has a significant impact…
The long-term effects of heroin are well-documented, yet millions of people continue to abuse this dangerous substance. Heroin abuse in 2022 saw over 100,000 deaths…
Alcohol is a popular narcotic that many people will mix with illegal and prescription drugs to alter the effects and experience a more intense high.…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and addiction often coincide with each other, as many people believe the euphoric response from taking drugs or alcohol is helping…
We all feel angry from time to time, and that’s ok. Unfortunately, some people have serious problems controlling anger. To them, their anger is overwhelming…
A family is defined as “a unit that provides love, support, and stability to its members1.” Families, by blood or bond, can be a strong…
Alcohol abuse continues to impact millions of people’s lives each year. In 2022, 11.7 million women struggled with an alcohol use disorder1. Alcoholism in women…