by Jake Gorman
What Is Cross Addiction?
When a young person chooses to get treatment for an addiction, it’s easy to believe that once they move past it, they have put addiction in their rearview mir …
Addiction
by Jake Gorman
What To Look For In Local Sober Living Homes
If you or a young adult you know wants information about sober living homes, you may wonder how far you have to travel to find the right one. The Los Angeles ar …
by Megan
What is the Difference Between Substance Misuse vs. Abuse?
When substances become problematic in a person’s life, they often aren’t sure how to define what’s going on. Some people may label themselves as misusing …
by Megan
Is Molly Physically Addictive?
MDMA, commonly referred to as “molly”, is a popular drug among young people. While many users believe the drug to be harmless, especially if only used occas …
by Megan
The Dangers of Mixing Khat and Alcohol
The popularity of the drug khat has increased in the U.S., causing a great deal of concern. This stimulant drug can cause physical and psychological damage to u …
by Megan
The Dangers of Kratom and Alcohol
While many people have not heard of kratom, it has become a popular source for a lot of people who are looking for an alternative drug. While it is not yet ille …
by Megan
The Link Between Grief and Substance Abuse
Many people do not understand the connection between grief and substance abuse. While many social aspects and emotional difficulties can contribute to the devel …
by Megan
How to Tell If You’re An Addict
One of the hardest parts of being a person addicted to drugs or alcohol concerns getting to the point where they can admit it to someone else. Before that can h …
by Megan
The Link Between ADHD and Addictive Behavior
Living with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, commonly referred to as ADHD, provides a lot of challenges for children and adults. As well, individuals d …
by Megan
The Dangers of Marijuana Maintenance
The goal of recovery from a substance use disorder is not to rely on drugs or alcohol as part of a person’s life. Most people in recovery agree that this mean …
by Megan
The Role of Anxiety in Addiction
People who struggle with addiction to drugs or alcohol also experience a great deal of anxiety in their lives. Treatment for one condition responds better when …
by Megan
PTSD and Addiction
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and addiction frequently occur at the same time. They can happen regardless of age, race, gender, or economic status. Peop …
