Loneliness is a state of mind, so being physically alone is not necessarily a sufficient condition for being lonely. One can have relationships or be…
Childhood trauma is a term used to describe a violent, dangerous, scary, or life-threatening event that an individual may experience from birth until age 18.…
Nicotine meets all the criteria for a dependence-producing drug. As a result, most people who smoke develop nicotine dependence. This makes trying to quit smoking…
As a general definition, addiction refers to a compulsive interest in almost anything despite negative outcomes. Addiction to drugs, alcohol, or activities will also cause…
Although alcohol is considered socially acceptable to consume in most parts of the world and is heavily advertised on television and the streets, heavy alcohol…
Some of the most prescribed drugs on the market are called benzodiazepines. Benzodiazepines, or more commonly known as “benzos,” uniquely impact the body, causing dangerous…
One of the biggest ways to support a loved one struggling with Alcoholism is to understand Alcohol Use Disorder (shortened for AUD). Alcoholism is a…
Drug use in the United States continues to rise every year. Currently, nearly 32 million people are actively using drugs, 11.7% of the US population.…
Alcohol is classified as a central nervous system depressant, which affects the brain’s neurochemistry. The point of ingesting alcohol is to feel relaxed and at…
People use drugs and alcohol for various reasons. Alcohol is legal and generally socially acceptable. There are people that will have a drink or two…