Fentanyl was introduced in the 1960s to treat severe pain. Outside of a medical setting, the general public was largely unaware of fentanyl until approximately…
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders worldwide, so you likely know or love someone with depression. When a friend or family…
Heroin is a highly addictive opioid synthesized from morphine derived from the opium poppy. In recent years, heroin use across all demographics has drastically increased…
Trauma is a response to experiencing or witnessing a fearful event that threatens a person’s sense of safety and well-being. While many people experience trauma…
Millions of Americans are prescribed benzodiazepines, or benzos, to treat muscle spasms, insomnia, seizures, panic, and anxiety. While highly safe and effective when taken as…
Crack cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant drug derived from powder cocaine, which is made from the leaves of the coca plant. Because of how…
A co-occurring disorder is a person simultaneously having two or more substance use disorders (SUD) or mental health conditions. Also called dual diagnosis, co-occurring disorders…
Recognizing the need for substance abuse treatment is the first step toward recovery. The next equally important step is to find the right treatment center…
It is normal to experience upsetting memories, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, and other symptoms after a traumatic event. For most, symptoms gradually disappear over a relatively…
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid addiction is an evidence-based approach to treatment that is often misunderstood. Many traditional or step-based programs believe that using medications…