Marijuana Use Disorder: Understanding Signs and Myths
Millions of Americans smoke marijuana regularly because they don’t believe it’s a dangerous drug. In fact, many may believe marijuana is not addictive and they
Illegal Drugs: Classifications and the Dangerous Effects
Drugs are substances that alter the way the body functions temporarily and long-term. When drugs are classified as illegal, that means the government has put
Identifying and Treating Alcohol Use Disorder
Alcohol use disorder is the term medical professionals use to describe individuals who have no self-control over their alcohol consumption. Most individuals suffering from this
How to Surpass the Fears of Group Therapy
When the time comes to face rehabilitation and substance abuse treatment, many addicts face the same fears. The apprehension of confronting friends and family, the
Why is Anxiety So Common in Addiction?
Many universal feelings and mental illnesses recur among many different addicts, such as depression, shame, guilt, and anger. Every addict experiences these struggles differently, however.
Why Empathy Is Important For Recovery
Understanding and caring for others is the basis for strong relationships and healthy interactions. When you don’t try to understand others or if you are
Opioid Addiction In Appalachia
The region of rural Appalachia has been hit very hard by the opioid epidemic and this area has the largest concentration of individuals addicted to
The Dangerous Long-Term Affects of Cocaine
Experimenting with drugs is common amongst teenagers and young adults due to the euphoric feelings most drugs temporarily produce. However, the feeling of the drug
Why Recovering Addicts Should Spend Time in Nature
How Nature Improves Mental Health Mental health has been scientifically proven to reduce stress levels and improve mental health. Recent studies have concluded that being
How to Determine if You Suffer from Addiction
Addiction can affect anyone at any age, regardless of family history and economic status. Many Americans start off by using drugs recreationally, but they fail
The Shame Cycle of Addiction and How to Break It
Addiction is acquainted with various negative feelings that cloud our perception: anxiety, fear, anger, depression, and most of all shame. Oftentimes we will go out
Living and Recovering in a World of Anxiety
Anxiety is a crippling feeling of worry, unease, and apprehension of life and the world around us. Everyone deals with anxiety to some degree, but
