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As new initiates into the world of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) can all confirm, dating in early recovery—particularly the first year—is a widely discouraged practice. Although many

As the largest and longest partial government shutdown in this country grinds on with no imminent end in sight, many government agencies remain shuttered, unable to provide key services to

  Cocaine is a powerful stimulant drug that comes from the leaves of the coca plant in South America. The drug is also highly addictive, its signature euphoric high causing

  Lortab is a partial opiate pain reliever chemically composed of hydrocodone and acetaminophen— ingredients commonly used to relieve the moderate to severe pain associated with cancer, surgical recovery, or

Alcoholism is a complex addiction that can affect every aspect of an individual’s life, including their employment, family, friends, school, and their involvement in their community. According to the National

  Valium, a popular brand name of the benzodiazepine (benzo) diazepam, is a Schedule IV prescription medication used primarily for the treatment of anxiety disorders. It is also used for

“We sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to

Percocet is a brand-name opiate commonly prescribed to alleviate moderate to severe pain. Classified as a Schedule 11 narcotic by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the drug demonstrates a high

  Excessive alcohol consumption is a universal problem of devastating socioeconomic impact, particularly in the United States. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), over seven

Motivational quotes are an excellent tool for those on the long and perilous road to recovery. Unlike longer pieces of literature, they lend themselves to easy memorization and application, activating

  Alcoholism is an addiction that not only affects the user’s life, but also their family, friends, and other relationships. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health

  Ecstasy (officially known as “MDMA”) is a synthetic, psychoactive drug chemically resembling stimulants and hallucinogens. Ecstasy is popular among adolescents and enjoys a glamorized reputation as a night-life favorite.

The idea of “counseling” or “therapy” terrifies many people. Not only do they dread having to look at aspects of their lives they’d rather deny: they picture themselves being bullied

“We continued to take personal inventory, and when we were wrong, promptly admitted it.”   –The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, Step 10 Getting sober from chemical addiction is rough. Staying sober can be

  “Ultram,” or “Ultracet,” is the brand name for the narcotic painkiller medication tramadol, which is an opioid analgesic drug. Thought to be safer and less addictive than other opiate

Have you ever wondered how to change your life for the better? Changing your life for the better can be challenging for any individual to undertake, especially on their own.

  Amphetamines belong to a class of synthetic psychostimulant medications originally developed by Japanese scientist Nagai Nagoyoshi in the late 19th century. Chemically designed to target the central nervous system

  Kratom has been dubbed “a drug of abuse” by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, because its consumption can lead to addiction. The drug comes from the leaves of a

As the loved one or friend of a user, it can be challenging to support them without falling into enabling them. An enabler, in a general sense, can be a

“Having had a spiritual awakening as a result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to other alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all our affairs.”    –The

When weighing out the various options for the treatment of addiction to alcohol, and even when deciding whether or not to try to quit, it’s common that a person will

Vivitrol is the newer, brand-name and injectable version of the drug naltrexone. Naltrexone itself has been around for years as a treatment for opiate use disorders (since 1984), and more

Sleeping pills is a term that is often used to describe both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications used to help individuals that have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep throughout

This month marks “Dry January”— a growing movement to practice a month of alcohol abstinence after the excess of the holidays. Since its founding in 2012 by the British organization,

For millions of teens and college students across the world, high school and college are synonymous with social and sexual experimentation, as well as academic pressure. During these formative years,