Tuesday, June 20th, 2017
Summer Substance Abuse
Students’ long wait for summer is over as both temperatures and free time are on the rise. However, with the influx of free time also comes the increased temptation...
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Monday, June 5th, 2017
Drug Interventions – Do They Work?
An intervention is a professional-led meeting with the friends and family of a drug abuser. A drug intervention occurs when the addict’s loved ones wish to bring to attention...Read More -
Monday, May 29th, 2017
Gateway to Addiction: A Look at Marijuana
For years, marijuana has been called a gateway drug for its perceived propensity to lead users into harder drug use. Rarely will you find a heroin addict who has...Read More -
Monday, May 22nd, 2017
Gender Differences in a Dual Diagnosis
Dual diagnosis occurs when an individual is simultaneously struggling with a mental illness and substance abuse disorder. Regardless of which one occurred first, the substance abuse or mental illness,...Read More -
Monday, May 15th, 2017
Substance Abuse Prevention and Mental Health
This week, May 14-20, is National Prevention Week, which aims to raise public awareness of, and action around, substance abuse and mental health issues. This yearly observance educates both...Read More -
Monday, May 8th, 2017
The Connection Between Mental Illness and Substance Abuse
May is Mental Health Awareness month, which focuses on the importance of taking care of our mental wellness. By evaluating both harmful and helpful habits in our...Read More -
Monday, May 1st, 2017
Anxiety, Depression and Substance Abuse
It is no secret that life can be challenging at times. Work-related stress compounded with issues at home or other relational problems can often result in anxiety or depression....Read More -
Monday, April 24th, 2017
Strategies for Sobriety Success
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, dedicated to shedding light on alcoholism, recovery, and support for both alcoholics and their families. Alcoholism is a chronic, progressive disease which can be...Read More -
Thursday, March 30th, 2017
Choosing The Right Addiction Treatment Center
Finding the right addiction treatment center is essential while on the road to recovery. Whether you are searching for yourself or a loved one, the amount of information available...Read More -
Monday, March 27th, 2017
The Importance of a Strong Support System in Addiction Recovery
There is a famous African proverb that says, “If you want to go quickly, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.” If you have made any...Read More
