Addiction and depression are two significant mental health issues that can deeply impact an individual’s life. Often, these conditions can be interconnected, making it crucial to understand their complex relationship and seek appropriate treatment. In this article, we will break down the connection between addiction and depression, explore how they can worsen each other, and …
From drugs and alcohol to food and gambling, addictions come in many forms. But what exactly do we know about addiction? In today’s post, we’ll explore 10 interesting facts about addiction that might surprise you. 1. Addiction is a Disease Addiction is often seen as a lack of willpower or moral weakness, but in reality, …
Substance abuse in the United States has been widespread for hundreds of years, and it has been a public health issue for many decades as more and more Americans struggle with the disease of addiction
Drug and alcohol addiction are serious illnesses. As much as addicts try to, they cannot hide the signs of addiction forever. The signs and symptoms begin popping up everywhere, and if you know what to look for they can be easy to spot. One of the most pernicious aspects of drug and alcohol addiction are …
Substance abuse generally causes a range of health issues including a higher risk of developing an addiction. Research shows that using drugs long-term can cause cancer, lung disease, HIV/AIDS, mental health problems, stroke, heart attack, psychosis, risk of overdose and even death. The good news is that substance abuse prevention strategies are available. Discussing Substance …
It isn’t scary to need help in overcoming a substance abuse disorder.
Do you know someone who is abusing meth? If so, you may be racking your brain wondering how to help them overcome meth addiction.
The stigma surrounding drug and alcohol abuse is heavy. If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, you may feel weighed down by shame, and you may wonder if there’s a safe place to turn.
If you are struggling with the disease of addiction, and you are ready to seek out professional help, you might be overwhelmed at the amount of treatment options available to you – you might not even know where to begin.
More than 20 million adults in the United States struggle with a substance use disorder, the clinical term for what is commonly referred to as addiction.
