The opioid crisis is one of the worst public health issues in the history of the United States. Opioid use and abuse have risen exponentially in the country for roughly three decades, and with it comes rising overdose statistics and increasingly potent drugs as well....
If you're in the midst of addiction recovery, you might be wondering what the benefits of group therapy are. You might be thinking about how hard it is just to share and open up with your individual therapist much less a group of strangers that...
September is a transition month where summer slowly moves into fall. The warm days get cooler, and the leaves change color as we prepare for the winter months ahead. September is also National Recovery Month as designated by the Mental Health Services Administration to celebrate...
Dissociative drugs are a type of drug that causes hallucinogenic effects such as an altered perception of sight and sound. They are sometimes called hallucinogenic drugs as well. The feeling of detachment from one's self or environment is also a pronounced effect of dissociative drugs....
Having a relationship with an addict isn't an easy thing. People who struggle with substance abuse often also have mental health issues as well. They may also have various physical problems stemming from their substance abuse. Anyone who has a relationship with an addict, whether...
Staging an intervention is an important part of getting a loved one with an alcohol or drug addiction to seek help. Many people struggling with addiction don't realize or are in denial that they need help. An intervention isn't necessarily how it appears in popular...
Even though pharmaceutical fentanyl was made to have a legitimate medical use, an epidemic of illegally-made fentanyl has caused problems in recent years. The amount of fentanyl needed for overdose is very small compared to morphine or heroin, and this is part of what makes...
New ideas and treatments for addiction recovery are being used all the time. Studies and research into effective treatments can make addiction recovery more successful and easier for those taking part in it. Everyone has a unique experience with both the treatment of addiction and...
Studies have shown that there is a genetic aspect to the development of alcoholism. People with a family history of alcohol use disorder may be more likely to develop a similar issue. Your genetic structure works as a roadmap for your DNA. It determines your...
Most people who struggle with addiction are aware that they likely have to go through detox as an initial step toward recovery. Depending on the substances that you used, you may experience acute withdrawal symptoms as you eliminate the drugs from your body. In most...