Stimulant Misuse and Abuse on the Rise: What to Do
Opioids receive a significant amount of media attention, and rightfully so: an average of 128 people die every day in...
Stages of Recovery
By: Sarah Surrey, LCSW Moving from active addiction to recovery isn’t like flipping a switch. It isn’t immediate or fast....
Five Signs That Casual Drinking Has Turned Into an Alcohol Use Disorder
Most people go out and have a drink every now and then, while others occasionally drink to excess. But how...
Do Drugs and Alcohol Make You More Creative?
Many people with substance use disorders think that their creativity is enhanced by their drug use. It’s natural, therefore, that...
How to Choose the Right LGBTQ Addiction Treatment Center
People struggling with substance use disorder are on a challenging journey. However, for members of the LGBTQ community, the journey...
Top Medications Used in Addiction Treatment
Substance abuse treatment is multifaceted with components including behavioral counseling, group meetings, evaluation, and treatment for co-occurring mental health issues...
How Nutrition Impacts Recovery
Substance abuse is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon. Just as many factors go into creating addiction, many factors also impact...
Does Hypnosis Work in Addiction Treatment?
Drug and alcohol addiction treatment comprises many elements aimed at helping individuals develop the skills and strategies they need to...
Three Reasons Why LGBTQ People Face a Higher Risk of Substance Abuse Disorder
Adults defined as “sexual minority,” including those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transexual and queer (LGBTQ), have higher rates...
Military Service and Addiction: What You Should Know
Addiction is an equal-opportunity affliction. It can and does impact people from all walks of life. For certain careers, however,...
