There is no age requirement for chemical dependency. Drug addiction and alcoholism can grab hold of someone at any age. Identifying the symptoms of this disease and...
Athletes with Addiction
Drugs and Alcohol in the Intense World of Sports Whether at the high school, collegiate, or professional levels there is tremendous pressure on athletes to be the best....
Pain Management and Chemical Dependency
A chemical dependency to prescription medication can develop whether or not you have a history of addiction. In particular, medications for pain management can quickly...
Substance Abuse vs Addiction: What’s the Difference?
Understanding the Difference Between Substance Abuse and Substance Addiction Substance abuse and substance addiction are often used interchangeably. In reality, people...
Signs of Alcohol or Drug Abuse in Teen Behavior Changes
The teen years are a challenging time for both teenagers and their parents. Teenagers, stuck between adulthood and childhood, must contend with a number of physical and...
Support from Denial to Recovery
You are not Alone with Addiction Admitting drug or alcohol abuse has become a problem can be the most difficult step for a person with an addiction or their loved ones....
Drug Abuse Myths: Learn the Facts
There are many myths surrounding drug usage and abuse. Debunking these untruths is the first step in understanding how dangerous and widespread the problem of drug...
The Addicted Brain
UC Berkeley researchers recently released findings that could be critical to understanding the addicted brain. The team led by Jordan Wallis, an associate professor of...
Social Media Addiction: Genuine Disorder or Joke?
It is not uncommon to find articles talking about social media and addiction in a joking manner, but as a society we are increasingly becoming obsessed with technology....
Al-Anon: Breaking the Cycle for Families
Lois Wilson founded Al-Anon in 1951 because she realized that as important as her husband’s sobriety was, it was only a piece of the puzzle. She, too, had been affected...