Nearly all of us have experienced a toxic relationship at some point. While some relationships may be considered more toxic or unhealthy than others, they can all produce the same intensity of damage to our mental health. These relationships can cause us to lose our...
Contrary to what one may think, recovery from alcohol and other drug use does not begin with admittance to a treatment program. Before an individual can begin a treatment program, it is imperative that they first go through a detoxification program. Detoxification,...
You are likely familiar with crisis plans if you have received or are currently in treatment for a substance use or mental health disorder. Crisis plans, which may be acknowledged within aftercare plans, provide detailed guidelines on how to respond to crisis...
There is no question that alcohol and other drugs impair an individual’s ability to drive. Still, many people may operate a vehicle under the influence of chemical substances because they believe themselves sober or safe enough to do so. Driving under the...
In 2017, SAMHSA published a report stating an annual average of 8.7 million children (age 17 or younger) in the United States live with at least one parent who has or has had substance use disorder (SUD). As genetics play a critical risk factor in the development of...
Have you ever wondered why some people develop substance use disorders while others do not? You may also wonder why some people experience more severe addictions than others that regularly use alcohol or other drugs. In general, addiction affects everyone differently...
