For heavy alcohol drinkers, long-term alcohol use and binge drinking can lead to lasting impairments and effects on brain function related to poor nutrition. People…
Kratom is an herb that comes from the tropical tree, Mitragyna speciosa, native to Southeast Asian regions such as Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Papua New…
Giving sobriety gifts is a common way to honor a friend or family member who has worked hard on their journey to recovery from addiction.…
According to GoodRx, in May 2017, Gabapentin was the fifth-most prescribed drug in the nation. As of August 2020, Gabapentin made the same list at…
Only 10 years after her national television debut, Demi Lovato found herself minutes away from death. Read more...
All over the United States, drug overdoses have been rising due to the global pandemic. The 12 months between May 2019 and May 2020 was…
If you are dealing with pain from an injury, surgery, or chronic condition, it is possible that your doctor will prescribe medication for pain relief.…
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is an amino acid and natural chemical in your brain, as well as a neurotransmitter, or chemical messenger. However, GABA is considered…
Cocaine is a potent stimulant derived from the leaves of the coca plant that grows in South America. Often sold as a fine, white powder,…
Withdrawal medications are typically used during medication-assisted treatment for substance abuse and addiction treatment for drugs or alcohol. It’s important to understand exactly what withdrawal…
If you have a friend who is addicted to drugs or alcohol, you are probably wondering how you can help. It’s difficult to see someone…
Despite being legal, alcohol is actually an incredibly dangerous drug. There's a lot of potential for addiction and the process of withdrawing from alcohol is…
Heroin use can be a devastating and life-threatening habit. If you've recently noticed a friend or loved one shooting, smoking, or snorting heroin, you are…
There are over 900 opiate-related deaths per week in the United States, on average. Millions of people are addicted to opiates such as heroin or prescription…
Benzodiazepines is a commonly prescribed treatment for anxiety. It can also put you in the clutch of an unforgiving cycle of addiction. Producing symptoms that…
Overcoming substance abuse isn't easy. But seeking help for your problem is a huge, and courageous, first step. Read more...
Recovery from heroin addiction is hard work and it can be very scary to admit that you have a problem and that you need help.…
Addiction is a treatable disorder. Medical professionals classify addiction as a chronic disease. The good news is that the relapse rate for substance abuse is lower than that…
There are roughly 21.5 million people in the United States over the age of 12 who are currently dealing with a substance abuse disorder. Of this 21.5…
When it comes to addiction recovery, a relapse might seem inevitable. After all, studies show that two-thirds of people who have been in recovery for less than…
