Guilt, shame, and secretiveness are significant symptoms of addiction. When a person is in active addiction, isolation is incredibly common. In some cases, the habit of isolation came before the addic
The holidays are often synonymous with excess. We eat too much, we sleep too much, and some of us may overdo it with other indulgences.<br>Thanksgiving is, <a href="https://www.nhtsa.gov/press-release
Battling addiction as a parent is toughAddiction is hard enough on itsown. The presence of children makes iteven harder and may make recovery seem impossible. It’s always difficult to get sober, a
Opiate addiction isn’t the only problemfacing AmericansBetween 2011 and 2017, deaths dueto methamphetamine overdose increased more than fourfold. Law enforcement officials in many cities haveidenti
More than just a fadIf you keep up with health trendsyou’ve probably heard of CBD, or cannabidiol, an ingredient in marijuana knownfor its anti-inflammatory effects. Unlike THC, CBD is not an intoxi
Addiction is often misunderstoodBeing in the midst of addictionis incredibly difficult—and though we all learn about substance use disordersin schools and from popular culture, it’s much different
Someone experiencing substance abuse often doesn’t realize they have an addiction or how impactful the effects are on themselves and their friends and family. In fact, of the nearly 21 million
In the United States, 60.1% of individuals ages 12 and older use at least one substance (like tobacco, alcohol, or an illicit drug), according to the latest <a href="https://www.samhsa.gov/data/sites/
<a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jan.13878" target="_blank" id="">Weaponizing mental health</a>Â is a common "defense" for doing something immoral or unethical when struggling wit
An intervention is when you confront a loved one about how their substance use has affected you and everyone they love. Many families choose to have an intervention when a loved one’s substance
If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, you might be wondering if you should try a sober living or rehabilitation facility. These two options have a lot in common: they both aim to pr
Groundbreaking advancements in the experimentalarea of gene therapy have the potential to revolutionalize the landscape ofaddiction treatment as well as a broad range of other diseases. The first gene
