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Recognizing “Heroin Eyes” and Other Physical Signs of Heroin Use
Heroin use ravages the body inside and out. One telltale visible sign that an individual has been using is the phenomenon known as "heroin eyes."
Addressing the Rising Tide of Addiction in Pennsylvania: How High Focus Centers Can Help
Pennsylvania in 2023: A State Grappling with a Growing Addiction Crisis In 2023, Pennsylvania has seen a concerning rise in addiction rates, reflecting a broader national
How Should I Refer to Someone Struggling With Alcohol Misuse?
Have you ever been called a name that just rubbed you the wrong way? Did it make you feel suddenly boxed in, or associated with
How to Tell the Difference Between Problem Drinking and Alcoholism
As a man, would you consider having four drinks in a day, consecutively or spread over a few hours, normal or a problem? As a
Can Marijuana Be A Gateway Drug?
The conversation around marijuana is no longer black and white. In some states, marijuana is promoted as a borderline-miraculous plant in terms of its healing
Risk Factors for Young Adults and Substance Abuse
The transition to independent living, or commonly called “adulting,” is an exciting time for many. Living on your own, having an income, making your own
What Causes Domestic Violence and Substance Abuse?
If you’re wondering what the relationship between abuse and addiction is, you’ve come to the right place. This article will explore the effects of substance
Relapse Statistics You Need to Know
Talking about relapse is hard. It can be terrifying if you or someone you know is in recovery. There’s no reason to be superstitious that
Relapse Prevention Techniques You Need to Know
For someone who has a loved one in recovery, relapse can be a person’s worst nightmare. Returning to drugs or alcohol can make sobriety seem
Understanding Relapse: What it is and How to Prevent it
A common fear in those going through recovery (as well as those outside of their initial recovery, their friends and their family members) is the
Dual-Diagnosis: PTSD and Substance Use Disorders
Facing a mental health disorder is a struggle. Dealing with two conditions at once can be an even tougher battle. If you think you or
The Connection Between PTSD and Addiction
Research has long demonstrated an undeniably strong correlation between trauma and substance abuse. In recent decades, the connection between trauma-related disorders and addiction has become
Maintaining Recovery in the Summer without Compromising Fun
The summer brings a wave of fresh opportunities and pleasant emotions. The warm weather, the collective excitement and the train of relaxing or active social
Breaking Down the Addiction Assessment Process
If you’ve never gone through a rehabilitation program before, you might have a lot of questions about the process, and might even be a little
What You Need to Know About MDMA Before You Develop an Addiction
On the surface, drug use might be alluring. The sensations of euphoria, having high-energy and having empathy for others are definitely attractive feelings. When those
Can I Help My Loved One Find Treatment?
For anyone combating a mental illness or substance use addiction, it can be challenging for their friends and family to sit by and watch. As
Five Steps to Preventing Teen Alcohol Addiction
It’s not abnormal for teens to be private about their interests, their friends and their hobbies. Sometimes, though, this secrecy is hiding something more serious
Is Drug Addiction Preventable? Yes, and Here’s How
Solving problems would be much easier if we all had access to time machines. While that technology isn’t available to us, we do have the
How Not to Be an Enabler of Addiction
If you’ve had a loved one that struggles with addiction, every part of your being yearns to help in whatever way possible. It’s terrible to
The Undeniable Benefits You’ll Experience When Getting Sober for Good
There are a million reasons to get sober, whether you quit drugs and alcohol to boost your mental health or for some other purpose, your
Understanding Triggers that Cause Substance Abuse Setbacks
Triggers are stimuli - a sound, sight, place, person, date, or even a smell - that remind us of memories of a traumatic event
Identifying Substance Abuse Stressors
The most common substance use stressors, including work stress, family conflict, changes in relationships, financial difficulties and violence in the home., Problematic substance use is all too common. In fact, according to the Pew Research
What Are Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal?
Alcohol withdrawal occurs after an individual suddenly stops drinking alcohol following long-term heavy drinking. Symptoms range from mild to potentially fatal., What is alcohol withdrawal? Alcohol, when abused or consumed heavily over time
What Causes Alcohol Addiction?
Prolonged alcohol use can lead to changes in the functioning of our brains and central nervous systems, which causes physical and chemical dependence on alcohol., Alcohol addiction, or alcohol use disorder, is characterized as a chronic con
