Stress Awareness Month has been nationally recognized each April since 1992.[1] Stress is something everyone experiences, but people experience it in very different ways. Since stress can impact nearly all aspects of your body--inside and out--it’s vital to learn how to cope with stress and...
Addiction and alcoholism are chronic and progressive diseases. To successfully maintain long-term recovery from a substance use disorder, individuals must remain consistent and proactive. People who stop engaging in their recovery maintenance techniques when they graduate from an addiction treatment program are at a high...
Early recovery is often thought of as the most difficult stage of addiction recovery. Early recovery refers to anywhere from 1 day sober to 1 year sober. However, most of the challenges of early recovery begin as individuals transition from the safety of a treatment program...
Heroin addiction is known to be one of the most difficult addictions to overcome. Heroin is a powerful and addictive opioid. Abusing heroin can lead to a range of serious consequences to your health, relationships, and emotional wellbeing. Using heroin for even a short time can...
If you are recovering from a substance use disorder, you have probably become familiar with a wide variety of odd symptoms. From restless leg syndrome to major mood swings and fluctuations in weight, early addiction recovery can cause some strange effects. Have you found yourself having...
Co-occurring disorders are characterized by an individual having a substance use disorder and at least one additional mental health condition. For example, an individual who suffers from alcoholism and bipolar disorder has co-occurring disorders. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, “approximately 9.2...
Methamphetamine or “crystal meth” is a highly addictive and potent stimulant drug. Meth is a man-made drug that was historically given to soldiers in World War II to keep them awake and alert.[1] Crystal meth is made with a substance found in many cold medicines -...
Wine is popular in American culture. People drink it to celebrate, socialize, and relax. For centuries, wine has been used to complement luxurious meals and everyday family gatherings. In recent years, researchers have examined the health benefits of wine and some suggest that drinking some...
Methamphetamine is an addictive stimulant drug that produces powerful effects. This substance is extremely addictive due to the way it interacts with your central nervous system. Because of the habit-forming effects of meth, it has been classified as a Schedule II stimulant drug. According to the...
Completing an addiction treatment program is something to be proud of. Making the decision to get sober--and stay sober--can be life-changing. However, rehab doesn’t cure addiction. Many people who struggle with substance use disorder need to continue treating their addiction on a long-term basis. There are...
