Overdoses, whether from drugs or other substances, are one of the top killers in the country, affecting people from childhood to adulthood. In 2022, drug overdoses claimed more than 107,000 lives in the United States alone, making it the deadliest year on record for...
Most of us live in a state of constant connectivity and instant gratification. As a result, the concept of addiction has extended beyond traditional substances to include behaviors that trigger the brain’s reward system. Dopamine, the “feel-good”...
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, also known as OCD, is a mental health condition marked by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions). The World Health Organization (WHO) has listed OCD among the top ten medical illnesses that are associated...
Advances in medicine and technology have endowed us all with a longer lifespan. Menacing diseases that once ran rampant — such as pneumonia, tuberculosis, and polio — now find their terrorizing freedom curtailed by antibiotics and vaccines. The average global life...
Starting a conversation with your parents about a drug problem is a scary concept; you might be worried about their response or causing them stress. In addition to this, you may be feeling guilt, shame, fear, and uncertainty. Even so, addressing the issue is the very...
Fentanyl, which is a powerful synthetic opioid, has become a major concern in public health due to its effects on the brain and its incredibly high potential for addiction and overdose. Particularly in the United States, we have seen a massive uptick in the number of...
Intensive Outpatient Programs (also known as IOPs) are utilized for addressing mental health issues, substance abuse disorders, and dual diagnoses. They are especially helpful for those that must work or take care of family and do not need to attend an inpatient...
Alcohol Detox involves gradually reducing your intake of alcohol to avoid life-threatening withdrawal symptoms. With proper medical supervision, detoxing from alcohol is relatively straightforward. However, detoxing at home without professional help can be dangerous...
Watching someone you care about deal with alcoholism can be heart-wrenching and frustrating, to say the least. Standing idly by while they slowly destroy their health is one of the hardest things for a person to do. In some cases, this is the only option. But in...
Struggling with mental health issues can be exhausting, for both those affected and those around them. Especially without answers, it can feel like there is no light at the end of the tunnel. Fortunately, psychological evaluations offer a valuable tool for...
