Drug Use and Depression
Treating depression can take time and patience, and not everyone feels they can take the time to look after their mental health. However, turning to substances for relief from symptoms…
Common Misconceptions about Addiction
Addiction to drugs or alcohol is a subject that not many would want to talk about in “normal” circumstances. The stigma surrounding the topic is, unfortunately, what discourages many from…
The Importance of Finding Sober Peer Support
People who have completed drug or alcohol rehab can have difficulty re-integrating back into their “normal” lives. This can be due to necessary changes in environment, social circles, and family…
Recognizing the Signs of Heroin Addiction
If heroin addiction is affecting you or someone you care about, it may feel difficult to broach the topic of addiction. Many people misunderstand or don’t know the symptoms of…
Are Some People More At Risk for Relapse?
People who have recently completed addiction treatment are more likely to relapse than those who have successfully maintained a sober lifestyle for a year or more. This is because it takes time and practice to establish a sober lifestyle and implement coping skills learned during recovery.
Risks of Mixing Cocaine and Alcohol
Cocaine use can cause symptoms such as anxiety, twitching, insomnia, and paranoia. To offset these effects, some people turn to alcohol in combination with cocaine use. This is due to…
Importance of Intervention for Drug Abuse
As health and wellness professionals learn more about addiction, communities are able to put a stop to it earlier on, saving lives. This is accomplished through early intervention. Identifying personal…
How Gender Plays a Role in Addiction
Although stereotypes about addiction may suggest that men are more likely to become addicted to drugs and alcohol, people of any gender can and do fall prey to this disease.…
How Religion Can Impact Addiction Recovery
The time a person spends recovering from an addiction will be one of the most vulnerable in their life. Then, religion and addiction recovery can be connected to providing additional…
Effects of Crystal Meth on Your Body
Addiction to meth is detrimental to both your physical health and mental health. While feelings of isolation, depression, or paranoia may be what the outside world sees, internal damage is…