Alcoholism or alcohol use disorder is a chronic disease that is characterized by uncontrolled drinking and a preoccupation with alcohol. It is also characterized by…
Addiction is a chronic disease characterized by drug seeking and use that is compulsive, or difficult to control, despite harmful consequences. The initial decision to…
Ambien (Zolpidem) is a medication that belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics; it is a “z-drug” that is used to treat insomnia. Zolpidem…
If you are married to a man who cannot or simply will not stop drinking, he likely suffers from alcohol abuse disorder, also known as…
Benzodiazepines or “Benzos” are highly addictive synthetic drugs that belong to a class of drugs known as sedatives. They are used to treat anxiety, seizures,…
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, addiction is a chronic disease characterized by drug seeking and use that is compulsive, or difficult to…
Addiction has often been referred to as a “family disease” because of how deeply it affects everyone in the life of the addicted person. All…
Drinking is considered pretty normal across the country and is an activity that many people enjoy. From college parties to weddings; it is popular and…
When working through any recovery program, most counselors and/or therapists will suggest keeping a journal. Journaling has many benefits and has been shown to improve…
Opiates are prescribed everyday legally and illegally and sometimes just purchased on the streets. They are meant to help aid people to function without pain…