What constitutes a performance-enhancing drug? That question continues to spark vigorous debate. The off-label use of beta blockers in recent years is one example. These drugs have made their way into many arenas where people must perform or compete: Athletes use beta blockers to reduce anxiety and steady their ... Read More
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NARM or “NeuroAffective Relational Model”: What It Means
The "NARM" therapy explanation can be a game-changer in treating complex trauma. "NARM," or "NeuroAffective Relational Model," is a new treatment approach offering promise in healing complex trauma and complex PTSD. Yet, for those seeking the best trauma-informed care for themselves or loved ones, the NARM therapy ... Read More
The Real Deal Re: Boy George and Drugs
One of the defining pioneers of 80s pop culture was Boy George, flamboyant leader of the band Culture Club, formed in London in 1981. Known for its contributions to new wave, pop and what the media of the time called "blue-eyed soul," Culture Club helped shape the era's sound. In the background, though, band members ... Read More
Rainn Wilson: The Depression You Didn’t See on “The Office”
Rainn Wilson's career in entertainment spans decades, but he's undoubtedly best known for his portrayal of Dwight Schrute on the hit comedy series "The Office." Through the years, he's appeared in numerous films and television shows and earned many accolades, including three consecutive Emmy awards. One thing you may ... Read More
What is BPD? Learn the Signs and Symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Some forms of mental illness, like anxiety and depression, are extremely common and affect a large portion of the population at one point in life. Others, however, are less prevalent. Borderline personality disorder is a serious mental health challenge that affects around 1.4% of the American population. Due to the ... Read More
Signs & Symptoms of Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a very specific mental health disorder characterized by a handful of signs and symptoms. It’s not always easy to know if you are schizophrenic or if a loved one may have some of these traits. There are numerous signs of this condition, mainly because there are many types of schizophrenia. The Effects ... Read More
The 10 Drugs That Were in Elvis Presley’s System When He Overdosed – and Other Revelations
It has been over 40 years since Elvis Presley's death in 1977, but in many ways, his legend lives on. Elvis was a musical and cultural icon who will never truly die from a societal standpoint, and his influence is not easily forgotten. While Elvis is best known for his musical and acting performances, there is much ... Read More
The Secret Pharmacological Life of Marilyn Monroe
Few figures of 20th-century popular culture fit the definition of "iconic" quite so completely as Marilyn Monroe. Her life and exploits still captivate new generations of admirers, and so has a darker public interest in the question of whether Marilyn Monroe was a drug addict. Idolized for her beauty and charisma, ... Read More
