If you talk to any high school teenager or college student, there's a high chance they'll know someone taking Adderall. Or caffeine pills. Or other stimulants to help them get through the demands of the day and party at night. Stimulants are a popular choice for young people. Still, no matter how favored these drugs ... Read More
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Rebuilding Trust Within Your Family After Rehab
Drug addiction takes away who a person is before they're even aware it's occurring. Piece by piece, each aspect of a person's life is neglected as the substance becomes a priority, often leading to relational issues between the user and their family members and friends. Users may begin to sneak around, lie often and ... Read More
A Molly Comedown
People use Molly for its euphoric and energizing effects. Yet the drug, also known formally as "3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine" and informally as "MDMA" or "ecstasy," can have very unpleasant aftereffects. Many users experience what's called a "Molly comedown" or "Molly hangover." This happens after the initial ... Read More
The Science Behind Binge Drinking
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), binge drinking is the most common pattern of excessive alcohol use in the nation. Some people can have a drink or two and stop, while others can't help but overindulge. So, why do some individuals binge drink? The answer may be in how their brains ... Read More
Reccognizing and Identifying Meth Sores
Meth use and related deaths have been increasing in recent years, underscoring the need to understand more about what the signs of addiction can look like and the physical and emotional toll meth use can take. One of the most visible signs of long-term meth use is meth sores. These sores are often present on the face, ... Read More
Fatherhood’s Impact on Mental Health
Becoming a father is one of life's most transformative experiences, yet the impact of fatherhood on a man's mental health often remains in the shadows of parenting discussions. While much attention focuses on maternal mental health, fathers' mental health deserves equal consideration as men navigate the profound ... Read More
Coping with Heroin Cravings – Strategies for Success
For many people in recovery from heroin addiction, cravings are the most difficult challenge they face. The intense urges to go back to drug use can feel overwhelming, especially during the early days of treatment. However, it's important to remember that cravings aren't a sign of weakness or moral failure, but a ... Read More
How to Get Prescribed Antidepressants
Depression is a common mental health condition that negatively affects how you think, feel, act and respond to certain situations. In 2021, approximately 8% of adults in the United States reported having at least one major depressive episode. Of those individuals, only three-fourths received treatment due to lack of ... Read More
