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Substance abuse among teenagers is a particularly serious problem– it has all of the usual harmful consequences of addiction, combined with serious long-term effects on developing minds’ health, education and overall wellbeing. Substance abuse programs tailored for...

Addiction is a serious enough problem that just about everyone in the United States knows someone who’s been seriously affected by it. Part of the reason why this issue is so pervasive is its complexity. There’s no easy, simple solution to immediately help someone...

Substance abuse and mental illness are two of the most stigmatized and misunderstood conditions of the present day. In many cases, the two go hand-in-hand– substance abuse can lead to the development of certain mental health issues, while the presence of mental health...

Substance abuse and homelessness are two subjects that most people find uncomfortable. Bringing up these subjects may make people shy away or change the subject– it can be unpleasant to talk about. However, substance abuse and homelessness are both extremely important...

Opioid addiction is a serious issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Unfortunately, it’s highly likely that you or someone you know has experienced this issue, either personally or through a loved one. If someone you know is struggling with an opioid...

If you or a loved one are working to make a change in your lives and stop drinking, you should be aware of the realities of alcohol withdrawal. Alcohol withdrawal is a serious condition that can occur in people who have been drinking heavily for an extended period of...

Sleep is an incredibly important part of our lives. Typically, we spend about one-third of our lives asleep– which is a good thing, considering that our bodies need to rest, repair, and recharge every night. If you’ve ever experienced insomnia or other sleep problems,...

We all know that addiction has serious negative effects on the brain and body. It can affect your memory and focus long-term, plus put you at increased risk of mental health problems like depression, anxiety, or psychosis. But when it comes to addiction, that’s only...

You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who isn’t aware that drugs are bad for your body and can have devastating effects on your life. From childhood, we’re all inundated with anti-drug campaigns that show the negative impact that drugs and alcohol can have on a...

Millions of adults in the United States currently struggle with depression. Even though this mental illness is extremely common, it’s still stigmatized today– which means that plenty of people don’t take it seriously, even dismissing their own symptoms to avoid...