Addiction

Stimulants are a type of substance that stimulates the nervous system. If you’re using substances like cocaine or methamphetamine, or a prescription medication like Adderall, your body may be craving...

The reality of an overdose is that many people don’t make it beyond them. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that in 2023, 105,000 people died...

Trauma isn’t just a bad day. It’s not a single bad experience that keeps you up at night. Trauma is an emotional and psychological response to a life-threatening or distressing...

Substance use disorder (SUD) is a very real disease. It impacts your mental health and physical well-being and, in many situations, can result in serious physical complications, including disease. Your...

Substance use disorder (SUD) often happens alongside other mental health conditions. For some, there’s an obvious connection. For example, you may turn to alcohol to calm your intense anxiety. For...

Once thought to be something young adults struggled with, there is increasing evidence that shows that many people are struggling with drug and alcohol addiction well into their adult lives....

When you step into a gas station or convenience store after a long day at work, struggling with pain and fatigue, reaching for something on the counter to help you...

Opioid use disorder is a life-threatening substance use disorder (SUD) that can lead to numerous health complications and addictive behaviors. Many people use opioids for pain relief, following a prescription...

Stress is everywhere. It’s likely part of your everyday life. Some research shows that 30 to 50% of the population experienced significant psychological stress on a routine basis. It’s not...

Methamphetamine, or meth, is a dangerous, highly addictive substance. It works as a central nervous system stimulant, meaning it causes your brain to work overtime, often creating a significant risk...