When someone suffers from a mental health disorder, they are at increased risk of developing a substance use disorder. According to SAMHSA and the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, almost 21.5 million adults have a dual diagnosis …
The LGBTQ community faces unique challenges when it comes to addiction, often stemming from discrimination, minority stress, and social stigma. Members of this community may turn to substance use as a coping mechanism. Substance abuse helps …
Addiction is a complex and devastating issue that affects individuals of all genders, but women face unique risk factors and consequences when it comes to substance abuse. There are specific challenges faced by women and addiction, includin …
Ativan addiction refers to the compulsive and excessive use of the medication Ativan, a prescription benzodiazepine commonly used to treat anxiety disorders. While Ativan is generally safe when used as prescribed for short-term relief of sy …
The long-term use of alcohol can not only lead to addiction but also have other long-term severe effects on a person’s physical and mental health. People can also experience financial difficulties, relationship problems, and difficult …
“Doctor shopping” is common when a person has an addiction to prescription medications. Often, they are self-medicating and not using the medicine as prescribed. As a result, they are using more of the drug and run out before getting an …
Tramadol is a prescription pain reliever generally used for the short-term treatment of painful conditions from accidents and injuries or post-surgical pain. However, continued use of the drug can lead to misuse. Tramadol is also available …
Many tweens, teens, and young adults can experiment with various inhalants when looking for a quick “high.” Part of what makes inhalants so enticing is they are readily available. In most cases, they are sold legally, making them easily …
When you or someone you love struggles with substance use disorder, they may start to use more than one substance. For example, they may have an alcohol use disorder and start experimenting with various drugs only to develop an addiction to …
