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When you were a kid, you probably engaged in a lot of experimentation. In fact, youth is the time when the human species indulges curiosity to boldly check out unfamiliar

If the obvious stresses and traumas of addiction haven’t convinced you to get treatment, consider what other harm you may be doing to your health. Carrie Fisher, who made the

Drug abuse and pregnancy don’t mix. Period. An unborn child is at the mercy of its mother’s decisions. If a pregnant woman sees her doctor regularly, puts the right substances

Xanax (also known by the generic name “alprazolam”) is a fast-acting benzodiazepine medication that is prescribed for a wide variety of conditions—but especially panic, anxiety and insomnia, because of Xanax’

What’s one ingredient that’s essential to a positive recovery outcome? Get the answer and related tools here. Once the decision is made to enter treatment to overcome drug or alcohol

When holidays approach, instead of facing them with dread because you aren’t confident you can handle festive gatherings, office parties and other events without jeopardizing your recovery, be a little

Making it through the holidays without a precipitous slide into relapse is never far from the minds of those in recovery. The earlier the stage of recovery, the more vulnerable

If you dread celebrating the holidays when one of your family members is addicted, there are ways to reduce the risk of a major incident. For many people, winter holiday

Holidays. Maybe you think that now that you’re sober you can’t enjoy yourself anymore. Family gatherings? If you’ve crossed them off your list, now’s an appropriate time to rethink that

Will you be celebrating the holidays with family this year? If so, learn what three addiction triggers to watch for—and, how to manage them with your family’s help.  Your family

According to estimates from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), more than 25 million Americans live with chronic pain daily, and more than 40 million adults experience severe pain levels.

Prescription drugs are big business, both in America and globally, forecast to reach nearly $1.5 trillion globally and as high as $610 billion in the U.S. by 2021. While projections

Quality of life is something everyone wants, but few find easy to describe. Even professional researchers agree only that it touches most life circumstances and is based on personal perceptions

Most people naturally love music in one form or another. And many doctors consider music a useful tool in treating various illnesses, including Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, depression—and substance use disorder.

If you’ve come to the realization that your life is falling apart or that you’ve become dependent on alcohol, drugs, some combination of the two, possibly in conjunction with anxiety,

What’s the difference between early and late-stage alcoholism? Learn what it is— and, why it’s never a good idea to wait to get help for a drinking problem. Addiction, like

Addiction experts now know that gratitude can improve treatment outcomes for substance abuse. But there is another invaluable way in which gratitude can boost your long-term recovery. Gratitude can strengthen

You’ve got a lot invested in yourself by going into treatment for addiction. Give yourself credit for making the tough decision to do so and to stick it out despite

Researchers in recent years have sought to understand the link between gratitude and health. Specifically, they have wanted to know whether a practice of giving thanks yields positive health benefits

A growing body of research has revealed that certain factors correlate with positive recovery outcomes. What are these biggest predictors of success in recovery? This article provides an overview based

Cravings are common in recovery from drugs and alcohol. Knowing the oncoming signals and how to resist them is thus critical to avoiding relapse. Arm yourself with these helpful tips:

Employee substance abuse is a frequent issue in the workplace— one that managers and higher-ups must handle with vigilance and discretion. Get equipped with this quick but exhaustive guide that

It’s the latest dangerous new drug trend among today’s teens, with as many as one in four having tried it. Learn what every parent should know about dripping and its

“Love is all you need,” went the Beatles hit. Now, there’s scientific evidence to vouch for it. Discover why love and connection are an integral part of recovery from addiction,

Not every therapist is good for your recovery. A good therapeutic fit and strong rapport is key to progress. Learn what to look for and key considerations when vetting prospective