The Dopamine Theory and Addiction

The Dopamine Theory and Addiction

Some scientists believe the effects of dopamine transmitters play a major role in addiction and other mental health disorders. This idea is known as the dopamine theory. How Does the Dopamine Theory Explain Addiction? When an activity causes the release of dopamine in...
Common Myths About Medication

Common Myths About Medication

Medication can be a helpful component of recovery for many people. However, certain myths about medication can hinder their usefulness or even encourage dangerous use. To ensure your use of medication is safe and effective, learn to recognize these myths and...
Codependency and Addiction

Codependency and Addiction

When struggling with substance use disorder (SUD), you may need to handle many factors that threaten your recovery process. Codependency, for example, can bring about many challenges if not properly addressed. If you find that you are dealing with a combination of...
Working With Substance-Induced Psychosis

Working With Substance-Induced Psychosis

Substance-induced psychosis can add a variety of new challenges when you are working with a patient in addiction recovery. Being aware of the potential onset and understanding how to best manage this disorder can ease the stress of recovery for your client and...
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