Drugged Driving: Is It as Bad as Driving and Drinking?
Drugged driving is becoming more commonplace in America. Typically, we think of impaired driving as alcohol-related. However, studies show that more people are driving while under the influence of a...
Addiction or Substance Use Disorder: Is There a Difference?
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM5), has replaced the term “addiction” with “substance use disorder.” Their experts agree that the term addiction implies negative connotations. The DSM...
Addiction and Family Dynamics: What You Should Know
Understanding the complexities of addiction and family dynamics can aid in helping people know how to respond to the situation. Addiction can wreak emotional and physical damage on the user,...
Everyone Can Play a Role in Addressing Addiction in 2021
Addiction and overdose statistics for 2020 are disturbing. For instance, did you know that more than 81,000 people died from drug overdoses during a 12-month period ending in May 2020? ...
Overdoses During COVID Hit Record High Numbers
There’s no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted lives and caused thousands of deaths this year. The impact of the virus manifests in many ways with the end result...
Is Social Media Spreading Misinformation About Drugs?
It’s no surprise that social media abounds with false information on a wide range of topics. Some of it can be easily detected and ignored or laughed off. However, when...
Holidays and Relapse: Why It’s Hard to Stay Sober
The connection between holidays and relapse is clearly an issue for anyone who is trying to remain sober. Let’s look at a few of the reasons why this is true....
What Addiction Feels Like: You Might Be Surprised
Someone who doesn’t use drugs or alcohol regularly may have difficulty understanding what addiction feels like. Most people have the misconception that addicts are dangerous, scary people who lack self-discipline. ...
5 Stages of Recovery from Addiction
Recovering from substance abuse can be a complex process. Each person has different issues and unique needs that need to be addressed. For that reason, trying to apply a one-size-fits...
Understanding How Trauma Leads to Addiction
Everyone experiences trauma of some kind in their lives. However, some people get through it without too much difficulty while others struggle to adapt. These individuals often suffer from a...