Amphetamine abuse, addiction, and overdose are an increasing problem in the United States. While the opioid epidemic generates the most press, amphetamine overdose rates and deaths have been increasing. In 2017, the deaths from amphetamine overdose (more than 7,500) rose by 30 percent from the previous year. ... Read More
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Happy Hormones? Nope, Not a Band
Happiness is on the decline in the United States, with the younger generation at the most risk for depression and sadness. While challenges in life can cause negative memories, there are several things you can do to enjoy the little things that put a smile on your face, and the hormones of happiness are an excellent ... Read More
Sleep Deprivation Predicts This in Teens
Sleep provides multiple benefits for the brain and body, allowing for improved cognitive functioning, enhanced moods and better mental and physical health regardless of age. Sleep also helps the body repair itself and fight off a wide range of illnesses while strengthening the ability to make better choices. As a ... Read More
Can You Overdose on Alcohol? High BAC and Alcohol Poisoning
Updated September 29, 2023 How much alcohol is too much? When it comes to indulging in a drink, moderation is key — but knowing how much that is can be a challenge. When this limit is exceeded, the effects can be expressed in a variety of ways. It’s best to be familiar with the signs of alcohol poisoning, both for ... Read More
Does Therapy Actually Help Mental Health?
Most people's conceptions and opinions of mental health and "therapy" happen in the theoretical plane. People with mental health conditions like depression and anxiety will see their peers achieve success from one type of therapy or another, and either decide whether to try it themselves or not. A lot of people who ... Read More
When Is It Time to Leave Someone with Mental Illness?
Maintaining a relationship with someone who has a mental illness requires a great deal of patience, understanding and a willingness to recognize that at times there may be more "give" than "take." Making the decision to leave someone with a mental illness is difficult and is likely to be accompanied by feelings of ... Read More
The Mental Health Impact of a Natural Disaster
When Hurricane Helene made landfall in September 2024, no one could have predicted that it would become the deadliest hurricane to make landfall since Katrina. The category 4 storm laid waste to whole communities along its 500-mile path, from Florida through other parts of the Southeast. Meanwhile, as the death count ... Read More
Emotional Lability: What It Is
Emotions are a normal part of human life. Chances are, you've experienced extreme happiness, profound sadness and intense irritability — possibly all within the same week. While there's nothing wrong with having an expressive range of emotions, frequent emotional changes can indicate a mood disorder. It's estimated ... Read More
