To many non-addicts, drug addiction seems like something that the addict chooses. In reality, however, addiction is a neurological disease that affects [...]
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The Truth About Alcohol and Heart Health
Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in the United States. And while it’s [...]
How to Heal: Family Support for Addiction
Your loved one is at last in recovery—and it’s likely the only thing that is made a difference to [...]
Coping with Psychological Trauma
Psychological trauma is what happens when the amount of stress one faces overwhelms their ability to cope.
It can [...]
Mindfulness and Recovering From Addiction
Mindfulness is a way to get out of your own head and enjoy the moment.
Does that sound familiar? [...]
Painkiller Side Effects and Depression
Some people safely take prescription painkillers as prescribed by their doctor to manage chronic pain. Others start using painkillers [...]
5 Dos and Don’ts When Your Loved One Is Struggling with Addiction
Finding out that your loved one is struggling with drugs or alcohol can be heartbreaking. It can leave you feeling [...]
The Effects of Alcohol
Drinking alcohol deeply impacts your physical well-being. Some of the side effects of long-term alcohol consumption include:
- Shrinking frontal lobes
- Poor oral health [...]
What to Expect When Taking on Painkiller Addiction
You learned firsthand that drugs always take more than they give. You’re ready to be done. You’ve had enough.
But you’re also scared.
You [...]