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Marijuana: How to Know When Addiction Develops
Many people believe that you cannot become addicted to marijuana, also known as cannabis. However, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, recent studies show that using marijuana can lead to marijuana use disorder, also called cannabis use disorder (CUD)....
The Importance of Social Support in Addiction Recovery
Having a strong social support system is an important aspect of a successful recovery from an alcohol or drug addiction. When you surround yourself with people who support your sobriety, you increase your chances of remaining sober. What Is Social Support? People who...
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: An Overview
Post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly referred to as PTSD, is classified by The American Psychiatric Association as a trauma and stress-related disorder. According to the American Psychiatric Association, PTSD is a serious mental health condition. It may occur in...
Vicodin: Addiction, Withdrawal, and Treatment
Vicodin is a central nervous system depressant. It is a combination of hydrocodone, a narcotic, and acetaminophen (Tylenol), a non-steroidal, non-narcotic pain reliever. It is a prescription medication used to treat moderate pain. The drug is also available in generic...
Ativan: Addiction, Withdrawal, and Treatment
Ativan, also known by its generic name lorazepam, is a prescribed medication. As a benzodiazepine, Ativan is a sedative and used primarily to treat anxiety disorders. It can also be used as an anticonvulsant medication, a muscle relaxant, a sleep aid, and in surgical...
Help for Veterans Struggling With Addiction
In the United States each year, approximately 200,000 military personnel leave active duty service and return to civilian life as military veterans. These men and women face many unique challenges as they adjust to life as a civilian. One of the biggest challenges...
Eight Common Characteristics of Adult Children of Alcoholics
Children who grow up in a home where a parent or caregiver is addicted to alcohol often live with confusion and unpredictability. Inconsistency, arguments, chaos, and unreliability make it hard for children to know what to expect from day to day. Generally, their...
Ritalin: Addiction, Withdrawal, and Treatment
Ritalin is the brand name for the central nervous system (CNS) stimulant drug called methylphenidate hydrochloride. This prescription medication is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, adolescents, and adults. According to an...
Mindfulness and Recovery: Six Helpful Books to Enjoy
Practicing mindfulness is an important tool in addiction recovery. It helps you learn to relax and focus on the moment. Mindfulness is the awareness that comes from purposefully paying attention to the present in a nonjudgmental way without considering the past or the...
Foods that Help Curb Drug and Alcohol Cravings
People recovering from an addiction to drugs or alcohol commonly experience cravings. In most cases, cravings will dissipate on their own within ten to fifteen minutes. Even so, they can be very powerful and often lead to relapse. Psychological and physical in nature,...
