Mental health conditions are the most common causes of disability in the U.S. and worldwide. They can also lead to more serious and potentially life-threatening issues, if left untreated. Substance abuse and addiction can develop from efforts to self-medicate symptoms; and, overdose and suicide are a tragic and ... Read More
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What Drove Kurt Cobain’s Long Struggle With Heroin?
Grunge burst onto the music scene in the early 90s with a laid-back authenticity that quickly overshadowed the superficiality of hair metal. Many Gen Xers and Millennials believe modern music history began in September 1991, when the band debuted "Nevermind," a record that went on to shatter sales records and still ... Read More
Drug Profile: Ritalin
Ritalin is the brand name of methylphenidate, a type of drug mainly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in kids and adults. This drug is incredibly effective at calming individuals down and helping them focus on tasks. In recent years, it's been suggested that ADHD-treating prescription drugs ... Read More
The Dangerous Effects of Drug Abuse on the Heart
How Drug Abuse Damages the Heart Can drug abuse damage the heart? The answer to that is yes, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The type of impact ranges widely, from creating abnormal heart rates to putting you at risk for a heart attack. Injections themselves pose risks as they damage the veins and ... Read More
5 Health Effects of Long-Term Adderall Use
Prescription stimulants such as Adderall are often prescribed to children and adults diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The medication usually has an immediate and apparent positive impact, allowing individuals to focus better and be more efficient. However, what most of these people fail ... Read More
Revealing Differences in Opioid Use Trends Across Generations
A Short History of Opioid Use As early as 5000 BCE, Sumerians living in southern Mesopotamia were consuming or smoking the leaves and flowers of opium poppy plants. Archaeologists have interpreted ideograms found in Sumerian writing examples that translate as HUL GIL, which means "joy plant" or "rejoicing". As early ... Read More
What May Be Signs of PTSD in Children?
All children experience stressful events that shape their views of themselves, others, and the world in general. In most cases, they recover quickly without ongoing mental health problems. However, sometimes, children who experience extreme stress may be affected long-term. Those who've lived through an event that ... Read More
Experiencing Mood Swings? They Could Be This.
For some people, experiencing mood swings is just part of daily life. While you may be managing these rapid mood changes, it's important to identify the root cause so you can improve your overall quality of life. Learn about the signs of mood swings and some common underlying causes you may be unaware of. Once you ... Read More