Addiction is complex and usually can’t be attributed to any one factor in a given individual. Although outward forces such as trauma and being exposed…
Ketamine is a drug classified as a dissociative anesthetic and is mostly used on animals during veterinary procedures. Despite not being considered safe for recreational…
No matter whether you’re currently battling substance abuse or mental illness, there’s always more that you can learn that will help you understand what you’re…
If someone you love is struggling with a substance use disorder, you are likely worried for both their wellbeing and their safety. Addiction creates problems…
Previous studies have shown that a few years ago, 4 million people aged 12 and older qualified as having cannabis use disorder (CUD) – which…
Marijuana is often thought of as a relatively harmless drug. While it may be true that marijuana isn’t as immediately addictive as say, heroin, it…
Over the last two decades, there has been a drastic increase in prescription opioid abuse, often leading to addiction and overdose. This epidemic has become…
While many parents find themselves worried about their teen or young adult child using alcohol or marijuana, there is another, more insidious, substance abuse threat…
Addiction is a complex concept. It can refer to a physical need for something that leads to uncomfortable and painful symptoms when those needs aren’t…
Crystal meth is a highly addictive crystalline drug that can be snorted, smoked, or injected into the veins. It is one of the most destructive…