What is psychological dependence? Psychological dependence means an individual is mentally attached to a substance versus physically. However, it requires treatment but does not result…
Recovery is a team effort
Substance abuse disorders are chronic, incurable conditions that can impact your brain chemistry, cognition, and behavior. Both illicit and prescription medications pose the risk of…
If you are considering addiction treatment, you may give thought to a partial hospitalization program (PHP). A PHP can be an effective form of treatment.…
Social drinking can be fun and relaxing for many people. Meeting with friends, celebrating milestones, and unwinding after a long workweek are all common reasons…
Addiction affects more than the person with an addiction to cocaine, heroin, or alcohol. It affects everyone around them and can break apart families and…
Methamphetamines, or meth, is a synthetic or man-made substance that affects the central nervous system and has an extremely high rate of addiction. Meth addiction…
Summertime is in full swing, and that means lots of parties and good times. Summer brings extra temptations for men and women struggling with addiction,…
Rehab is not one size fits all. As addiction is different for every individual who struggles with alcohol, addiction rehabilitation centers offer numerous treatment options,…
All facets of healthcare that surround addiction treatment need to be well-managed. From the diagnosis of an addiction to the action plan to treat it,…
With tens of millions of Americans living with substance use disorders today, many want help with their addiction, but only 1 in 5 seek formal…
