Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is a mental health condition characterized by constant, excessive, and uncontrollable worry and anxiety about a variety of common life stressors…
Experts estimate that 1 in 5 adults in the United States is living with a mental illness and 1 million employees are absent from work…
People who have completed addiction treatment or are about to finish a treatment program are often advised to figure out their aftercare plan for substance…
Stimulants and depressants are drugs that affect the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). They can have wide-ranging effects on the mind and body.…
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by recurrent uncontrollable thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions). Alcohol use disorder (AUD) (commonly called alcoholism)…
Adderall is a prescription drug for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It comes in various strengths. The 7.5-mg IR (immediate release) is an…
Relapse is a common but frequently misunderstood part of addiction recovery. The term relapse refers to a return to substance use after a period of…
Alcohol withdrawal seizures can occur 6-48 hours after the last drink, sometimes even 2-7 days after you stop alcohol consumption. Seizures (convulsions) occur during alcohol…
Dependent personality disorder (DPD) is a type of personality disorder that causes feelings of helplessness, submissiveness, wanting to be cared for, needing constant reassurance, and…
Addiction is a treatable condition. Research-backed treatment methods can help people stop using drugs and alcohol. This is known as recovery. But successful recovery from…