One of the most effective and important evidence-based treatments for opioid addiction is medication-assisted treatment (MAT). One of the approved drugs used in MAT programs…
Psychoactive substances can be recreational drugs like Molly sold on the street or a highly regulated antidepressant. Many drugs developed for medical purposes are used…
Polysubstance abuse refers to the abuse of more than one drug, or drug and alcohol, at the same time. Many over-the-counter medications pose no risk…
Although there are a handful of synthetic opioids even more potent than fentanyl, it is fentanyl that poses such an enormous risk to drug users…
Opioids and opiates are technically different drugs, but the word opioid has become the umbrella term that encompasses all plant-based opiates and lab-created opioids when…
Alcohol addiction often goes unrecognized because drinking has been normalized by societies around the globe for millennia. Some people drink socially and have never felt…
Whether you have already begun your recovery journey or are in the contemplation stage—gathering information and coming to terms with your substance abuse—the new year…
Cocaine addiction is a serious issue that affects millions of people every year. It can ruin not only the user’s life but also their relationships…
Group therapy is a powerful tool for addressing mental health concerns and substance abuse issues. It provides individuals with a supportive and understanding community while…
Seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is a type of depression that occurs during specific seasons of the year. It is most…