10-24-2018Phases of Drug Use: From Experimentation to a Substance Use DisorderIn 2016, roughly 7.4 million people over the age of 11 were affected by substance misuse or addiction. Everyone with…
10-17-2018Staying Sober During Difficult TimesExperiencing the highs and lows of life in recovery can pose some difficulties, especially during the first several months. Negative…
10-10-2018The Power of Inspiration During RecoveryThe road to addiction recovery is a winding one, with many twists and turns along the way. One of the…
10-03-2018Low Self-Worth and Addiction: How to Make Counseling Effective in RecoveryThe way you view and value yourself as a person is your self-esteem. As you grow from childhood into a…
09-26-2018Opioid Addiction in the LGBTQ+ CommunityOpioid addiction has gripped the United States affecting all walks of life, including minority groups. The lesbian, gay, bisexual, and…
09-22-2018How to Identify Adolescents at Risk: What Can a Parent Do?Drug use may be on the decline among most teens, but parents should still be aware of those who are…
09-12-2018What Are the Benefits of Office-Based Opioid Treatment Programs?When treating opioid addiction, there are several options for people to consider. There are inpatient and outpatient services available, but…
09-05-2018Medical Consequences of Substance Use DisordersWhen someone is addicted to drugs, their body will experience a wide range of long-term and short-term health concerns, both…
08-27-2018Disease or Choice? The Debate Surrounding the Origin of AddictionDoes an illness or bad decisions cause addiction? There is division on this issue, despite convincing scientific studies that sway…
