Trauma is a major contributing factor in developing and exacerbating substance use disorders. The word trauma is nearing the status of a buzzword these days and is used to describe various experiences and situations. Many
Even though alcohol is a known central nervous system depressant, it is also one of the most widely used recreational drugs. The correlation between depression and alcohol use is long-studied, and treating the two issues
Addiction is a chronic condition that affects millions of Americans each year. Like any disease, it can happen to anyone and is never a choice. Prescription drug addiction, in particular, is often misunderstood because prescriptions
Addiction recovery is a nonlinear and lifelong process. Even the most diligent recovery work can give way to relapse. With the right support network and relapse prevention plan, the odds of experiencing the pain of
Addiction is a condition, not a choice. Many people are predisposed to addiction, and like any condition, its onset can be triggered by physical trauma or, in this case, a prescription. Prescription drug addiction is
For many people, entering a residential treatment program for addiction is unrealistic. They may have caregiving responsibilities, a job to maintain, or other reasons that make long-term, live-in programs less than ideal. However, the benefits
The complex plight faced by people who are living with an alcoholic is often overlooked. Those who have to coexist with a person who suffers from alcohol use disorder don’t have the luxury of distance
Many people have had experience using one or more of the most commonly abused opioids. Opioids are a class of drugs that include poppy-derived opiates and lab-synthesized opioids. They all interact with the brain in
