While it would be nice if we could view all prescription drugs as safe, it’s just not the case. It is true that prescription drugs have been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. However, it’s important to know that all drugs have the potential for side...
Binge drinking isn’t just about drinking every day; you might go weeks without a drink. However, you’ve noticed that every time you drink, you drink to excess no matter what your intent. You’ve told yourself that there’s no way you’re an alcoholic because you’re...
When you realize that you cannot stop using drugs or drinking on your own, it is time to ask for help. Maybe you’ve tried to stop and keep relapsing. Perhaps you haven’t even tried to stop using it because the thought is terrifying. But, whether you are just getting...
When you decide to get sober, you don’t instantly know all of the treatment modalities and options available to you. You may have heard about people going to rehab without really knowing what that entails. Likewise, maybe you have heard of others going to detox,...
Although there is still much work to be done regarding the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction, we have gained a lot of ground. Long gone are the days when mental health disorders were something to be hidden and never discussed. Instead, many realize that...
There was a time when addiction was viewed as a moral failing or a lack of willpower. Many believed that if someone wanted to stop using drugs and alcohol, they could just stop. Over time, researchers and society have realized that addiction is much more complex....
