Loading… Many people wonder, “Is alcohol a drug?” Unfortunately, in the U.S. alone, thousands of people die every year thanks to alcohol abuse. There’s…
Recovery is a team effort
We tend to associate the holidays with good things: vacation time, family, homecooked meals, and a break from our everyday routines. But for many, time…
Just as entire families can be negatively affected by an individual’s substance abuse problem, a person in recovery may find tremendous strength in the positive…
Cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant that enhances the brain’s ability to perceive pleasure. Once widely used by celebrities to indicate their status, we now…
All psychoactive substances, such as alcohol, marijuana, and opiates, have the potential to cause both physical and psychological addiction. But what is psychological dependence? Psychological…
For some people, marijuana is a harmless drug in comparison to others in use today. However, marijuana can present pressing issues that require a professional…
Unfortunately, opiate addiction doesn’t discriminate and affects people from all walks of life. Also, opiate addiction is so powerful that people try to quit, only…
Anyone suffering from drug or alcohol addiction might not be truly aware of this disease’s potential danger. Addiction can be devastating, especially for teens and…
Teens and young adults routinely struggle with trying to fit in. Not surprisingly, it’s easy for peer groups to include them in unhealthy activities. Drinking…
Today, more teens and young adults drink than ever before. There are many reasons for this increase in alcohol consumption. One of the main reasons…
