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…
LSD, also known as acid, is a hallucinogenic that was first created in 1938. Since then, LSD has been used in psychiatric treatment, military experiments,…
Cocaine is an extremely addictive stimulant made from the leaves of the coca plant and may be snorted, injected, or smoked. While cocaine is often…
Pain management is a complex and controversial science, with many health advocates now warning against the dangers of addictive pain medications. While there are several…
While the stereotypical image of an addict usually involves someone whose life is riddled with chaos, there are a surprising amount of high-functioning addicted perfectionists. …
Women are drinking at higher rates than ever before, and mothers are no exception. Drinking is sometimes considered an essential part of motherhood, touted as…