The Science Behind Addiction

The Science Behind Addiction

Drug addiction or substance use disorder may be viewed as a conscious dilemma brought upon by negative choices. While the initial choices of using a substance can play a role, addiction is a complicated neurological disease with many scientific processes behind it....
Managing Prescriptions With Addiction

Managing Prescriptions With Addiction

Many individuals in the process of addiction recovery are also dealing with another form of mental health disorder. Some of these disorders may require or recommend the use of medications to assist the recovery process. While currently struggling with substance use...
Media Influence on Addiction

Media Influence on Addiction

Societies’ attachment to media has increased as the development of technology increased. Social media, TV shows, movies, advertisements, and all forms of media play a large role in most Americans’ daily lives. The content that is advertised to us can...
Supporting Your Child in Treatment

Supporting Your Child in Treatment

Watching any individual suffer from addiction is emotionally draining. When that individual is your child, this situation can be even more difficult. You may feel a wide range of emotions during this time, but there are many things you can do to support your child and...
Long-Term Physical Effects of Adderall Abuse

Long-Term Physical Effects of Adderall Abuse

Those prescribed Adderall know that it is a highly regulated medication, typically prescribed for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adderall is also known as amphetamine-dextroamphetamine, meaning it has addictive properties. This medication is highly...
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