Xanax is a drug used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It can also relax a person's muscles and help them go to sleep. Unfortunately, it is also quite addictive. In Florida and many other states, Xanax is a frequently abused drug. Michael Jackson, for example, was reportedly taking around ten Xanax a night before ... Read More
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3 Substitute Addictions That Anyone in Recovery Needs to Know About
There's a phenomenon that occurs often in the process of addiction recovery. A person, in their efforts to get sober, finds that another behavior makes it easier to resist the substance or behavior they were previously addicted to. As their addiction wanes, the new behavior becomes more of a necessary part of their ... Read More
What Are the Signs of Quarantine Depression?
COVID-19 has turned daily life upside down for many since its arrival at the beginning of 2020. Millions of people have been laid off or had changes to their employment that led to decreased hours and increased financial stress. Children were required to do remote schooling, which changed family schedules and created ... Read More
25 Ways to Get High Naturally
These days, who doesn't want to live "the good life," one that's happy and healthy (without the damaging effects of alcohol and drugs)? In this sense, much of what everyone is searching for is how to get high naturally. But what does that really mean and what are some examples? For starters, a natural high is ... Read More
Is the Opioid Crisis Over or Amping Up in the Pandemic?
The opioid crisis in America has been the result of a mix of misleading claims, irresponsible prescribing practices and under-regulated "pill mills." But, with legislation aimed at limiting prescriptions and rehab centers with more resources for treatment, the crisis has slowed in recent years. As we look back on the ... Read More
Xanax Addiction
Xanax, which is a brand-name version of alprazolam, reduces anxiety, making it useful for treating generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder. Although Xanax is a legitimate medication, it causes certain changes in the brain that make some individuals more likely to become addicted. Once a Xanax addiction ... Read More
Spiritual Health Quiz
Holistic health encompasses more than just the body. When taken as a whole, people need to reach for wellness physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Spiritual health is difficult to define but can lead to a better sense of purpose and belonging. When all aspects of health care in balance, it becomes easier ... Read More
Multicultural Perspectives on Masculinity and Mental Health
Updated June 12, 2023 What makes some countries more likely to approach mental health issues head-on than others? Why do some cultures, even in the same country, have drastically different views on masculinity, weakness and asking for help? Understanding the cultural and geographical differences in attitudes ... Read More