ADDICTION BLOG

Studies estimate that addiction affects up to 5.6 million Native Americans. The people covered in the survey live in the US. Researchers approximate that native races make up 1.7% of the American population. Native Americans are adversely affected by drug and substance abuse compared with other groups in the US. Factors such as historical trauma may also be attributed to specific mental health issues reported in the group.

In the US, nearly one in five adults struggle with a mental disorder. When someone you care about is showing symptoms of a mental illness, it’s easy to feel frustrated,…

Doctors and social scientists have been trying to understand and cure alcoholism and drug addiction for centuries, using a wide variety of scientific tools and approaches like rehab, detox, and psychotherapy. The overwhelming […]

Co-occurring disorders are more common than you might think. This is when a person has two or more disorders at the same time. You may be surprised to know that those who suffer from substance abuse, usually experience difficulty with their mental health.

Getting sober is an incredible accomplishment, but staying sober is half the battle. Win the fight with these seven critical tips for preventing relapse.

Do you suspect that a loved one is struggling with alcohol? Spot the problem early to treat it early by knowing these physical signs of alcohol abuse.

What is Spiritual Meditation? In the context of alcohol or substance use addiction recovery, meditation usually refers to mindfulness meditation, a method of clearing the mind in order to experience less[…]

Opioids are commonly prescribed for the treatment of pain. Unfortunately, addiction is common. Here is what you should know about the opioid epidemic.

Are you worried that a loved one (or even yourself) is suffering from drug abuse or addiction? Addiction is common and drug use has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, putting more and more people at risk of this debilitating condition.