What is alcoholic dementia?
What is Alcohol-Related Dementia? Alcohol-induced neurocognitive disorder or alcohol-related dementia is a form of dementia brought on by prolonged (long-term) […]
Can you really get addicted to Adderall?
The FDA recently announced an Adderall shortage in October 2022 which may last into March 2023. With this Adderall shortage, […]
Dangers of benzodiazepine abuse
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), benzodiazepines are the third most commonly abused prescription medications in the […]
How to help an alcoholic friend or family member
Knowing how to help someone who is struggling with alcohol use is a growing concern for Americans with nearly 7% […]
How to quit drinking and succeed
Wanting to quit drinking alcohol and knowing how to quit drinking are two very different things. Thankfully, there are many […]
Addict behavior – Common thinking patterns in substance abuse addiction
What Are Variables Of Substance Abuse and Addiction? “Dependent variables of addiction are characteristics or factors that increase a person’s […]
Can Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Kill You?
Benzodiazepine withdrawal happens when a person with a physical dependence on or an addiction to benzodiazepines (also called benzos or […]
Hydrocodone vs. Oxycodone: Risk for Addiction
Over 50 million adults live with chronic pain in the United States. Opioids have been used clinically for decades because […]