Co-occurring disorders are far from rare, but many people are unfamiliar with this term. In today’s post, we address some fundamental questions, including: What are co-occurring disorders, how many people have them, and how can
Discussions of cocaine often focus on the intense boost in mood and energy that this drug can cause. But what happens when these effects wear off? Today, we’re turning our attention to the symptoms and
Narcan is a potentially life-saving medication that can be purchased and used without a prescription or other medical oversight. To be sure you’re able to use it effectively, though, it’s important to get the answers
Will the military know if I went to rehab? If you are a member of the U.S. armed forces, you may be concerned about how your career may be impacted if you seek professional help
Greening out can often refer to a marijuana overdose. While you may have heard the term “blacking out” in relation to alcohol abuse, greening out is a variety of unpleasant feelings after the use of
Is alcohol a stimulant or depressant? This might seem like a simple question with an easy either/or answer. However, as is often the case when discussing substance abuse, the truth is a bit more complicated
Why is addiction a family disease? How can a behavioral health concern that one person develops be described as a condition that applies to an entire group of people? In today’s post, we discuss how
Fears about what may occur during the Suboxone withdrawal timeline can keep people trapped in active addiction. When you are able to separate the myths from the facts, you will be better prepared to make
