Addiction

Unintentional Fentanyl Use: Don’t Become a Victim

In all 50 states of the U.S., fentanyl use and overdoses are on the rise, as evidenced by the shocking…

1 week ago

Why Some First Responders Struggle With Substance Use Disorders

First responders put their lives on the line every day to save the lives of others.  Although it is a…

2 weeks ago

Are You Working In a Stressful, Addiction-Prone Job?

Addiction is caused by various factors such as stress, anxiety, trauma, financial issues, and mental disorders.  For many people, their…

3 weeks ago

Flakka: Why You Need to Avoid this Designer Drug

New and more dangerous designer drugs seem to appear out of nowhere but they can make their presence known soon…

1 month ago

Did You Know America’s 3 Most Deadly Drugs Are Legal?

Millions of people have legal access to deadly, addictive drugs in America every single day.  And the number of deaths…

1 month ago

Holiday Alcohol Use: Myths and Facts

When Americans celebrate, they usually include alcohol in the festivities. The tradition of holiday alcohol use is centuries old with…

2 months ago

Cannabis Side Effects: What You Need to Know About Greening Out

Most marijuana advocates claim that cannabis is a safe, non-addictive method of getting high. However, people who have had negative…

2 months ago

Is There a Relationship Between Addiction and Eating Disorders?

Eating disorders are similar to substance use disorders in several ways.  Both disorders are compulsive behaviors.  Furthermore, people with eating…

2 months ago

The 5 Stages of Alcoholism: Unique Symptoms and Warning Signs

Alcohol abuse and addiction occur for many reasons.  Although no one chooses to become an alcoholic, it can happen gradually…

3 months ago

Holidays and Shopping Addiction: Useful Tips You Need to Know

In the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas, many people can’t resist the lure of online sales or in-store bargains.  For…

3 months ago