If you have experienced a traumatic event in your past, you may be curious about effective treatment options for trauma-related issues. What is trauma therapy? What kinds of benefits can you expect from this type of treatment? You will find the answers to these important questions in the material below. The Effects of Traumatic Events…
Many people confuse the terms of schizophrenia vs psychosis. These terms frequently make their way into our daily language, whether as we discuss people we know or wonder if individual symptoms match either condition. But even on television and in online media, people misunderstand psychosis and schizophrenia. What is Schizophrenia vs Psychosis? Consider schizophrenia vs…
One of the best ways to prevent substance abuse and mental health issues is through events that offer education. National Health Education Week 2018 is an initiative that has been around since 1995, and their goal is education and awareness. Not only is the week dedicated to helping adults understand various health issues, but it’s…
Depression is a mental illness that affects millions of people around the world, and many people don’t understand it. One of the reasons so many people live with depression for so long is because they don’t know the symptoms. Depression doesn’t always mean that you’re having major issues, and it can affect your life in…
Do you notice changes in your teen or young adult’s behavior, style of dress, engagement in favorite activities and other areas of his or her life? If so, you may actually be noticing the common signs of dependency in young adults. These signs of a drinking or drug problem often look like typical teen struggles.…
In the United States, Good Samaritan Law protects people who try to help others, when they provide aid to those believed injured, ill or incapacitated. This law protects bystanders from fearing a lawsuit if they unintentionally harm someone while trying to help. The goal of this law is to lead people to act in good…
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a problem that typically affects children to young adults. Sometimes, though, it lasts into adulthood or can even develop in adults. Despite that, studies suggest that teens with ADHD are more likely to develop substance abuse problems. However, what is the link between ADHD and addiction? Is Substance Abuse…
If you’re the parent of a child who is struggling with an addiction to alcohol or drug, it’s challenging. You may not understand how or why your child is continuing to turn to substances when it’s causing so much harm. To help your child overcome their addiction, you need to understand the disease. One of…
Have you ever wondered why some people develop an addiction and others can drink or use drugs without a problem? With advances in addiction research, we are now aware of a variety of risk factors for addiction. Some of the risk factors for addiction include a person’s age in which they start abusing substances and…
Your time at college can be some of the best years of your life. You’ll meet new people and make new friends. Maybe you’re away from your family for the first time. Along with all of the classes and camaraderie you’ll experience, you may also take part in the party atmosphere. While having fun should…