5 Signs of Codependency
Drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health disorders, change relationships. In many situations, codependency occurs. This is a condition in which a person becomes “addicted” to a relationship […]
Stages of Heroin Withdrawal
Heroin is one of the most devastating drugs. It creates dependency and addiction that’s intense and hard to stop. Most people cannot simply stop using on their own because they’ll […]
Identifying Addiction Relapse Triggers
Relapse is a high risk for all people with addiction. No matter how prepared you are for what’s to come after you leave treatment, it can be very difficult for […]
Signs of a Drug Overdose
A drug overdose can be a fatal condition. If you suspect it at all for yourself or your loved one, call emergency medical support through 911 right now. If you […]
The Dangers of Doctor Shopping
When a person develops an addiction, they may become so dependent on the drugs that they will do everything they can to get them. That includes doctor shopping. If you […]
Elderly Alcohol Abuse
Do you have a parent that seems to drink a lot of alcohol? Perhaps during retirement it seemed normal for that parent to have enjoyed a few extra beers from […]
5 Common Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety is a component of everyday life. Most people feel anxious before a big speech or when they have to talk to their boss. For other people, anxiety becomes a […]
Signs of a Xanax Addiction
Do you or a loved one use Xanax? This is a somewhat common prescription medication that is used as a central nervous system depressant. It is often given to people with […]
Observing World Mental Health Day
How much value do you put on mental illness and its impact on your overall wellbeing? World Mental Health Day is a good time to take a step back and […]
Signs of Major Depression
Most people feel sad from time to time. Most of the time, it is brought on by something we experience. It fades away as time goes by. For others, it […]
Anxiety In Young Adults
Anxiety is a very common emotion. In many ways, it is a healthy one, especially when it can help you to be apprehensive about a potentially risky situation. For other […]
Mental Illness Awareness Week
During Mental Illness Awareness Week, the goal is to open up the conversation and talk about this very real, debilitating set of conditions. If you are like many people who […]
