The first step in addiction treatment is to stop using drugs or alcohol. Stopping the use of alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, or other drugs can cause…
People with substance use disorders are at a higher risk of developing mental and behavioral health conditions, such as anxiety and mood disorders, major depressive…
Personality is a unique set of characteristics, qualities, and traits that define a person and affect their thinking and behavior. A personality disorder is a…
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a treatment that is used to improve symptoms of depression in people who have not responded to other treatments. The…
Health care professionals treat mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with a combination of medications and…
Learning About Forgiveness When Addiction is Involved Addiction recovery is a complex process that takes time and effort. Mental health professionals use several evidence-based treatment…
When a loved one is battling a substance use disorder, it can put you in a very difficult position. You desperately want to help them…
Addiction is a loss of control over doing, using, or taking something to the point that it is harmful. It is a treatable mental health…
Addiction is a chronic disease that can cause long-lasting health problems. Achieving sustained recovery from addiction requires a multi-pronged, whole-patient approach, including detoxification, counseling and…
Fentanyl is a prescription opioid medication that is sold under names such as Duragesic, Actiq, Abstral, Fentora, Onsolis, and Sublimaze. However, it is also made…