Polysubstance abuse is when a person abuses or is addicted to more than one substance. Frequently, individuals struggle with this condition when they have easy access to prescription drugs and alcohol. One deadly combination is Adderall and alcohol. Adderall is a stimulant drug that doctors typically prescribe for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD. Alcohol…
Substance use disorder or addiction to drugs or alcohol is a chronic disease requiring professional support to heal and recover properly. Addiction doesn’t just affect the individual but radiates out, touching the lives of their family members, loved ones, friends, coworkers, and peers. If your loved one struggles with addiction, it’s vital to find the…
When it comes to addiction, many of us instantly think about illicit substances. Yet millions of people every year abuse legal substances putting themselves at risk of developing a dependency or addiction. With how prevalent alcohol is in our society, people forget about the risk of addiction that comes with drinking. However, when signs of…
The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that in 2017, approximately 2.2 million people said they had used cocaine in the past. The use of this drug has remained somewhat constant since the 2000s, with a slight increase in the last few years. When cocaine is regularly used for a length of time, you can…
If you’re struggling with drug addiction, finding your way out can feel impossible. Simply deciding to break free from your addiction feels like a major hurdle. Then comes the task of deciding which of the Houston, Texas drug rehab centers to choose from. However, it’s important to understand that these centers aren’t your only option…
According to the National Institutes of Health, 37.9 percent of college students between the ages of 18-22 participate in binge drinking, and 12.5 percent of college students report heavy alcohol use. The dangers and risks of college students and binge drinking are causing a stir as the problem continues to rise. Even though the information…
With the rising drug epidemic in the United States, many families and loved ones struggling with addiction are also suffering from the consequences and pain of drug addiction. People close to those dealing with addiction disease often feel helpless and hopeless when it comes to getting help for those they care for. In these situations,…
Many people blame themselves or their loved ones for needing substance abuse treatment and for suffering from addiction. But this substance abuse often occurs because of specific root causes. For many, there is a distinct connection between unresolved trauma and addiction. When someone struggles with substance use disorder in conjunction with a mental health issue…
When confronted with stress or trauma, individuals attempt to develop coping mechanisms to deal with what they are facing. Unfortunately, these coping mechanism can often become dangerous in themselves. For example, it’s common for individuals confronted by social stress or lacking control in their everyday life to develop disordered eating. What begins as a way…
Millions of people practice yoga around the globe. They do so for a variety of reasons. Originally, yoga was a religious practice. It has since grown to be a form of exercise that many turn to improve their physical health and mental health. Yoga therapy has also become very useful in mental health treatment and…