Online Therapy Statistics
Online therapy and remote treatment programs are radically changing how people receive support for mental health and drug addiction. Therapists and addiction specialists are hailing online treatment for its ability to deliver help without the…
Drinking a Bottle of Wine by Myself
Drinking a bottle of wine by myself, these words may conjure up images of someone sitting alone, with a glass in hand and a whole bottle in front of them. While drinking alone is not necessarily a sign of alcohol addiction, it can be a red flag…
If I Drink a Bottle of Wine Every Night am I an Alcoholic?
Alcohol use disorder, commonly known as alcoholism, is a complex and chronic disease affecting millions worldwide. It's not always easy to identify if someone has developed an alcohol use disorder, especially if the person doesn't fit the traditional…
Skin Problems for Alcoholics
Alcoholism is a serious and progressive disease affecting the mind, body, and skin. Chronic alcohol consumption can lead to various skin problems, from minor issues such as dryness and flushing to more serious conditions such as acne, eczema,…
Effects of Marijuana Addiction On Relationships
Generally, marijuana is now available in many states for medical and recreational use. Most people don’t consider smoking weed a big deal, which has become normal in many social gatherings. However, the latest data from the National Institute…
Marijuana Addiction Drug Rehabilitation Center Colorado
Most people who use marijuana experience marijuana use disorder. Research has shown that about 3 in 10 marijuana users experience marijuana use disorder. People that want to be free from marijuana addiction often seek treatment at rehabilitation…
How to Prevent Opioid Abuse
Despite educational materials highlighting the dangers of prescription narcotics, millions of Americans discover first-hand the perils of opioid abuse. Researchers and drug addiction experts continue to focus on soaring overdose rates attributed…
How Long for Dopamine Receptors to Heal?
Dopamine has long been considered a “pleasure chemical” closely linked to the disease of addiction. When referring to a dopamine rush, many associates it with the brain’s natural reward system that activates key neurochemicals during activities…
How Does Mental Illness Affect The Brain
Mental illness can be generalized and sometimes even dismissed. There’s a long-standing stigma surrounding mental health with many dismissing them as a sign of weakness, instability, or moral failing. Stigmatizing mental illnesses can be detrimental…
Causes Of Self Medication
It’s devastating to consider the loss our communities experience due to a chronic illness like an addiction. Skyrocketing rates of substance misuse indicate that the problem requires a deeper look at how we educate and understand the way addiction…