Dextromethorphan (DXM) is a widely used over-the-counter cough suppressant that has recently overtaken codeine cough syrups (now carefully regulated as Schedule III substances) in popularity. It's easy to produce, effective and at directed doses, and very safe to use. However, there's another side to DXM's growing ... Read More
How the Drug Prazosin Is Used To Treat Alcoholism
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIH), a 2019 study found that almost 15 million people aged 12 and older in the U.S. have alcohol use disorder. If left untreated, this disease can lead to serious physical and mental health problems and even the risk of death. One of the greatest ... Read More
Toxic Productivity: What It Looks Like
In many industries, people take pride in working long hours or completing huge amounts of work in a short time span. This practice isn't sustainable and leads to productivity anxiety, burnout and stress. If you're measuring your self-worth by how much time you're putting in at the office, you could have fallen victim ... Read More
How Addiction Affects Women Differently
Both men and women suffer from substance abuse. Neither one suffers more or less than the other, but they do suffer in different ways. If you are a woman, it is critical to understand exactly how addiction can impact your health. It plays a role in your emotional as well as physical health. Learn how addiction affects ... Read More
“Dopamine Dressing”: A Guide to Feel-Good Fashion
Feeling comfortable in what you're wearing and confident in your appearance overall can truly boost your mood. That's something most people intuitively understand, but the idea of dressing for joy has now turned into a movement: dopamine dressing. Understanding Dopamine Dressing: Your Questions Answered Dopamine ... Read More
Common Mental Health Assessments & How Pros Read Them
Mental health evaluations are a popular way for professionals to assess an individual's mental state. There are many types of mental disorder tests out there, but some are generally more common than others. If you have an upcoming mental health test and are feeling nervous about it, you've come to the right place for ... Read More
Drinking and Hangover-Induced Anxiety
Anyone who's experienced a hard night of drinking can attest to the unpleasant effects that occur the next day. Headaches, dry mouth, nausea and dizziness are just a few of the most common hangover symptoms. However, some people also wake up with hangxiety: feelings of anxiety and nervousness that make it difficult to ... Read More
Signs of PTSD in Women and Why They’re More Common
Updated April 9, 2025 Post-traumatic stress disorder, more commonly known as PTSD, impacts an estimated 6.8 percent of American adults over the course of their lifetime, with a notable prevalence of PTSD in women. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately "3.6 percent of U.S. adults had ... Read More
