Recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction is a journey that can be challenging, not just for the person in recovery but also for their loved ones. As a family member or friend of someone in addiction recovery, it is important to provide support and encouragement to help them stay on track and achieve their...Read More

Seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD and seasonal depression, is a type of depression that affects individuals during specific seasons. In most cases, symptoms begin towards the end of fall or the beginning of winter and end in the spring. This disorder is known as winter depression or winter-pattern SAD. However, some individuals experience...Read More

A synthetic opioid, fentanyl is 50 times more potent than heroin and 80 to 100 times more potent than morphine. It is a prescription drug used to treat severe pain, especially after surgery or for advanced cancer. However, fentanyl is also made and sold illegally. Fentanyl is a very dangerous drug. Even a tiny amount...Read More

Drug and alcohol addiction, also called substance use disorder, is a complex and destructive disease that affects more than 46 million people in the United States. Substance addiction not only takes a toll on an individual’s physical and mental health, but it also significantly impacts the brain, causing significant changes in its chemistry, structure, and...Read More

In the United States, the misuse of study drugs is rapidly increasing. Teenagers and young adults are using prescription medications originally developed to help people with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) focus and stay alert. In colleges and high schools around the country, students are not taking these drugs to get high. Instead, they use...Read More

When a person is addicted to drugs or alcohol, it often leads to serious physical and mental health conditions. The individual using the substance is consumed by their need to satisfy their craving. They are not concerned by what is happening to their body. But long-term use of any substance, illegal or legal, can slowly...Read More

Deciding to go to a residential treatment facility for your drug or alcohol addiction is a big step. You have admitted you have a drug or alcohol addiction and are ready to make the changes you need to regain your sobriety. When you get to the treatment center, one of the first changes you will...Read More

Watching someone you care about struggle with a drug or alcohol addiction is heartbreaking. You have tried talking to your loved one but were unsuccessful in motivating them to get the help they need. You feel hopeless as you see your loved one suffering. You may be able to help them by planning an addiction...Read More

September is National Recovery Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and celebrating those who have overcome drug and alcohol addiction and mental health challenges. It is a month for promoting the benefits of recovery, supporting individuals on their journey, and highlighting the positive impact that treatment and support services can have. The Significance of National...Read More

Substance use disorders affect more than 20 million people in the United States aged 12 and over. As the number of people affected by drug and alcohol addiction continues to rise, you may wonder what causes one person to become addicted and not another. Several risk factors are at play in addiction.What are the Risk...Read More