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...
Many people who use or abuse alcohol become angry, and that anger can lead to violence. But it isn’t always a simple relationship. We'll examine the complex relationship between alcohol, anger, and violence....
March 1st is Self Harm Awareness Day in the United States. Self-harm and self-injury can impact people of all ages and backgrounds. Self-harm occurs in 5% of US adults each year and 15% of adolescents....
If you visited your primary care physician recently, you were likely asked how many alcoholic beverages you drink in a week. Did you tell the truth when you answered? 32% of women and 50% of men lie to their doctors about their alcohol...
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, more than 19 million females eighteen or older use illicit drugs in any given year. In this statistic, the word illicit means both the use of drugs that are illegal as well as the misuse of prescription...
Alcohol can induce feelings of relaxation and sleepiness, but excessive alcohol consumption can cause poor sleep quality. People who regularly drink to excess often experience insomnia and can even develop symptoms of sleep apnea....
Approximately 28.8 million Americans will have an eating disorder (ED) in their lifetime. If untreated, an ED can cause serious health risks and emotional damage. Eating disorders are among the most deadly mental illnesses in the world. A common risk factor for most behavioral...
Studies show that people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have lower dopamine levels than people without ADHD. Learn more about the relationship between ADHD and dopamine. What Is ADHD? ADHD is a neurodevelopmental cognitive brain disorder that can cause impulsivity, hyperactivity, attention difficulties, and problems with...
Researchers have found that when one slips into unconsciousness due to overdrinking, it doubles the risk of contracting dementia. If you or someone you love abuses alcohol and you fear that they are at risk of developing alcohol-related dementia, read on to learn more...
