Picture this: you’re 22 years old, navigating your first real job, new relationships, and independence for the first time. The world feels full of possibility yet overwhelming with all the unknowables. Now imagine that nearly three out of every 10 people your age are struggling with a substance use disorder.This
Substance use disorders don’t happen in a vacuum. Drug and alcohol addiction impact both physical and mental health. And someone dealing with a mental health issue may turn to drugs or alcohol as a way to self-medicate unwanted feelings or symptoms. When it comes to co-occurring disorders in women, another
You’ve made it through treatment. You’re feeling stronger, more confident, and ready to tackle life on your own terms. But here’s what nobody really prepares you for: The first six months after treatment are when you’re most vulnerable. NIDA (National Institute on Drug Abuse) research shows that 40-60% of people
The noise in your head won’t quiet down. Social situations drain every ounce of energy you have. The drink or pill makes the world feel more manageable, so you reach for it more than you’d like to admit. If you’ve recently received an adult autism or ADHD diagnosis, these experiences
You check their room for the third time today. You’ve hidden the car keys, changed the WiFi password, and moved money to an account they can’t access. At 2 am, you lie awake listening for footsteps, wondering if they’ll come home safe tonight — or at all.You’re not a bad
Across the country, LGBTQ+ individuals face addiction at rates that would alarm anyone paying attention. We’re not talking about small differences here — the gap between LGBTQ+ addiction rates and those in the general population tells a story that demands our attention and action. This isn’t a Pride Month issue
If it sounds too good to be true, it might be. These key criticisms of The Sinclair Method for alcohol use disorder are crucial to consider.If you or someone you know has struggled with alcohol abuse, chances are, you know firsthand just how emotionally fraught the rollercoaster of addiction can
With the increasing availability of virtual programming, many individuals in recovery have more options than ever for support — yet it’s understandable that virtual options are still viewed with some amount of skepticism, especially in the realm of relapse prevention.After all, how can a Zoom call compare to the real
Another day, another promise that this time will be different — you’ll drink less, or drink less of the hard stuff, at least. Yet one drink turns into another (and another), or one bad day turns into a bender, and despite the commitments you’ve made to yourself or your loved
When questioning if a loved one is struggling with fentanyl abuse, it can be easy to fall into the rabbit hole of search terms like “is fentanyl dangerous,” “signs of fentanyl addiction,” and maybe even “how to stage an intervention.” Fear is an understandable response to a loved one struggling
