According to several studies, more than half of those struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) will develop some sort of substance abuse issues. Childhood trauma…
When you’re researching options for addiction recovery, you might see references to things like “a holistic approach” or complementary treatments. Typically, holistic in this scenario…
Entering a drug rehab program might feel intimidating. Maybe your loved ones staged an intervention and helped you recognize the level of danger you were…
When your loved one is suffering from addiction of any kind, it’s common to feel a little helpless. You can support your loved one and…
The legalization of marijuana for medicinal and recreational purposes is a hot topic throughout the United States. Proponents of the movement may argue that the…
There are so many different stigmas around addiction. And for the most part, they are widely accepted without much thought or consideration. But, once your…
Alcohol detoxification, commonly shortened as simply “detox,” is when you deprive your body of alcohol until it is no longer circulating in your bloodstream. Your…
There is a major difference between social drinking and alcoholism, but sometimes the lines can get blurred. When you go out with your friends every…
Painkiller addiction is quickly becoming one of the most fatally abused drugs. And the scary part is, the addiction can stem from seemingly innocent intentions.…
When most people hear the words “addiction relapse”, they think about the physical act of using drugs or alcohol after a period of recovery. However,…