The opioid crisis has left a devastating imprint on communities across the United States. The state of North Carolina is no exception. With the widespread availability of [...]

As it is legalized, accepted and widely used in many places across the U.S., marijuana has developed a reputation for being less harmful than other [...]

Methadone is a synthetic opioid used primarily in the treatment of opioid addiction and pain management. It works by reducing withdrawal symptoms and cravings without [...]

Cocaine, a powerful stimulant drug, has significant impacts on the body and mind. Understanding how long cocaine stays in your system and the long-term risks [...]

How Does a Breathalyzer Work?  A breathalyzer is a device used to estimate blood alcohol concentration (BAC) from a breath sample. When you drink alcohol, [...]

What is Cocaine? Cocaine is an illegal drug formulated from South American plant leaves called coca. It generally comes in the form of a white powder [...]

Substance use disorders (SUDs) present significant challenges for individuals, families and communities. From alcohol to opioids, addiction can lead to devastating consequences. Among various approaches [...]

As part of a well-rounded treatment plan for individuals struggling with mental health challenges, psychotherapy can offer relief. Often compared to counseling, it offers a [...]

Substance use and misuse are all too common, and their effects are severe. Here’s what you need to know about these terms, why language matters [...]

It’s undeniable — a substance abuse disorder is damaging to your health. With so many chemicals floating around in your system, it’s no surprise that [...]

There is an opioid epidemic going on in America, one that has been steadily increasing since the late 1900s. Every state has its own statistics, [...]

Is your loved one on drugs, or just going through a rough couple of months? It can be difficult to identify if your loved one [...]

One of the most common ways that people abuse drugs is through what is known as “doctor shopping.” Doctor shopping occurs all over the United [...]

Much of what we know about addiction comes from experiments with lab rats. In one such experiment, researchers gave drug-dependent rodents the choice between drugs [...]