Substance Abuse

Addiction in the Military: Alcohol and Substance Abuse

Military personnel are just as prone to substance use and abuse as the rest of us. In fact, in the case of alcohol abuse and…

Relationship Between Income and Drugs

Addiction can influence individuals from all backgrounds. Misconceptions about economic status and drug use hurt those who need help recovering. While some people with addictions…

Risks of Beating Addiction Alone

If you're one of the millions of Americans struggling with addiction, you've likely experienced dramatic life changes due to substance abuse. You might have experienced new…

Understanding Why Painkillers Are So Addictive

Painkillers are powerful ways to relieve physical pain, but taking them for an extended time can have negative effects. Most strong painkillers are opioids that…

Lapse vs. Relapse

People know what it means when a person recovering from addiction has a relapse—they use again or return to the pattern of behavior and fall…

7 Surprising Facts About Xanax

Facts About Xanax Xanax is one of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the United States. It is the brand name for the anti-anxiety medication alprazolam and is…