Addiction is a complex psychological disorder that is characterized by the compulsive and uncontrollable use of a substance despite chronic adverse consequences. Being a [...]

A big loss, like the death of a loved one can be hard to swallow. We might try to avoid thinking about it, find [...]

Experiencing the death of a loved one is one of the most painful and challenging things we have to go through in life. It’s [...]

Over approximately the past twenty years, opioids have become one of the most commonly used and abused drugs. With so many prescription opioids being [...]

Choosing to go through an addiction treatment program and commit to your sobriety is an empowering decision. However, the decision is quickly followed by [...]

While trauma and substance abuse exists in most communities, statistics show that those in minority communities are not only more likely to experience childhood [...]

Unfortunately, drug use has been on the rise across the United States. According to a Pew Research study, nearly half of the population knows [...]

It is rather common knowledge that a huge illegal drug epidemic exists in the United States—in fact, overdose death rates from opioids rose by [...]

There are some words that most of us are pretty familiar with when it comes to the conversation around substance abuse and addiction. These words [...]

Seeing someone you love struggle with alcohol use disorder is heartbreaking. It’s no wonder you and so many others are searching for ways that you [...]

Taking an interest in your loved one’s finances can feel intrusive. However, as a family member or friend we tend to notice when things [...]

Many sources about gambling connect it with other addictions like substance use, alcohol addiction and smoking. In other words, a gambling problem isn’t a financial [...]

What starts as a prescription to treat anxiety can sometimes spiral into a Benzodiazepine addiction. If you’ve found yourself struggling to control your taking of [...]

Adderall is one of the most well-known drugs, and for good reason. Adderall is prescribed for Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), which affects an estimated [...]

If you’ve tried to get clean from substances in the past and it hasn’t stuck, it can leave you wondering what went wrong and why [...]

Talking with family about addiction will never be easy, and you may not know the right thing to say. Whether you are personally struggling with [...]