Recognizing that a loved one is potentially misusing their prescription medication doesn't always come with clear signs. There is no one size fits all situation when it comes to prescription drug abuse. It is more than likely they are not going to be holding a...
Challenges, Effects on Children, and Possible Solutions Co-parenting is not a walk in the park, especially when one parent is a drug addict. Disagreements about schedules, rules, and lack of consistency often occur, leading to a chaotic co-parenting situation. Sometimes, no bargaining or begging will sway...
Challenging circumstances are part of every human life. But sometimes, the intensity of an event exceeds the body and mind's ability to fully process it. The word psychologists use to describe the mental-emotional response to such events is "trauma." Trauma is a psychological wound or scar....
The human liver is a cone-shaped organ that's about the size of a football. It's located just beneath the ribcage on the right side of the abdomen. A healthy liver is vital to overall health and wellbeing. Chronic alcohol abuse is one thing that can seriously...
Adderall is a medication that contains dextroamphetamine and amphetamine. Individuals take Adderall to help manage the symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adderall helps people with: • Focus • Organization • Time management • Prioritization of tasks • Restlessness Adderall is available in two forms: Adderall and...
In recent years addiction has gained more attention as the country, and the world are facing an unprecedented mental health crisis due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. There are many types of addiction, both Chemical and Behavioral beyond the ones making the news....
There are many negative consequences to using drugs, but one that is not always mentioned as much is the fact that drug-induced psychosis is a real possibility for anyone who misuses drugs. While it is true that drug-induced psychosis is generally very temporary, it can...
How Alcohol Abuse Can Lead to Tooth Decay and Gum Disease Have you ever thought about how your drinks affect your oral health? Chances are that you know about sugary drinks, coffee, and acidic sodas. These drinks are common causes of stained teeth and dull smiles....
Opioids are prescription drugs used to treat pain. Physicians often prescribe these highly addictive medicines to patients with chronic pain or those who have undergone surgery. Opioids can come in tablets or capsules but are consumed in several ways. For example, some may crush these...
If you have been feeling depressed lately, you are not alone. According to the latest data, about 14.8 billion Americans have had at least one depressive episode within one year. Depression is often associated with looking unkempt, being unable to get out of bed, and being...