Women's drug of choice – do women prefer one drug type over the other? The research done has shown that women and their drug use patterns differ from men's. Understanding gender differences in substance abuse, including differences in their drug of choice, can be a very important step in ensuring your own treatment ... Read More
What Led to Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins’ Fatal Overdose
On March 25, 2022, the world mourned the tragic death of Taylor Hawkins, the drummer from the band Foo Fighters. According to a preliminary toxicology report, 10 types of substances, including THC, Tricyclic antidepressants, benzodiazepines and opioids, were found in his system. The authorities in Colombia stated ... Read More
How Anne Heche’s Death Revived Old Addiction Debate
On August 5, 2022, a car driven by Anne Heche crashed into a home in Los Angeles and caught on fire. Six days later, Heche died of burns and other injuries sustained in the crash. Throughout a successful acting and directing career, Heche suffered from mental illness and substance abuse problems. Her role as a ... Read More
How Acne Can Affect Mental Health
Chances are, you've had acne at some point in your life. Every year, approximately 50 million Americans develop some type of acne, whether it's pimples, blackheads or another type of blemish. Although acne can affect anyone, it most commonly occurs during adolescence. And for many young adults, it's more than just a ... Read More
Questions to Ask When Vetting Online Therapists
Online mental health therapy is growing in popularity in the United States. Unlike traditional counseling, where you must travel to a practitioner's office, teletherapy allows you to receive treatment from your home. While online therapy is a new approach to mental health treatment, studies suggest it can be just as ... Read More
Married? Mental Health and Life Expectancy After “I Do”
There's a common belief that married people live longer and are generally happier than their single counterparts. While research suggests married people may have longer life spans, actual results vary, and some of the benefits may also apply to cohabitating couples. The connections between getting married, mental ... Read More
Work-from-Home Burnout: Its Causes and How to Address It
See our research survey on Working From Home and Mental Health Working from home offers numerous benefits. It eliminates lengthy commutes and provides scheduling flexibility for making appointments. Remote work has seemingly made it easier to develop a healthy work-life balance. However, many remote employees ... Read More
Oral and Mental Health: What’s the Connection?
Studies have proven there exists a strong oral health-mental connection, often referred to as the mouth/body connection. This connection suggests that oral health isn't separate from the rest of the body but instead links to multiple mental and physical processes. Signs such as a painful smile and periodontal disease ... Read More
