Despite increased awareness of the opioid epidemic, the issue remains prevalent across the country, with heroin being a primary contributor. It is essential to educate yourself and others about the signs of heroin abuse and the dangers of using the drug long-term so that you can help someone in your life get the help they …
Mental Health Awareness Month
Many people deal with mental health symptoms daily without seeking help. In some cases, they are afraid of the stigma of admitting to having a mental health condition or view it as a sign of weakness to ask for help. In other cases, people may not realize their symptoms are a sign of a mental …
How Do Antidepressants And Alcohol Interact?
You are most likely aware that alcohol should not be combined with sedative medications like Xanax or Ambien, but did you know that alcohol can also have interactions with antidepressants? If you have been prescribed antidepressant medication by your doctor, it is important that you are familiar with the interactions of antidepressants and alcohol so …
Can Marijuana-Induced Psychosis Be Permanent?
Marijuana use has become more mainstream as the therapeutic benefits have been recognized, and many states have started to legalize the substance. However, as with any substance that alters your mental or physical state, there are side effects and risks to marijuana consumption. Some people experience marijuana-induced psychosis, among other adverse effects. Can marijuana-induced psychosis …
How Are Borderline Intellectual Functioning And Addiction Linked?
Addiction can affect anyone from any background, but some people may be more susceptible to this chronic condition than others. People with borderline intellectual functioning can be more likely to self-medicate with drugs or alcohol. To learn more about borderline intellectual functioning and addiction, reach out today. If you or someone you know struggles with …
How Are Dissociative Amnesia And Addiction Linked?
Amnesia is most often associated with head injuries, but there is a specific form of memory loss that occurs without injury or the influence of drugs or alcohol: dissociative amnesia. The mind creates this type of amnesia to protect a person from memories of past trauma. But when trauma does not receive proper attention and …
What Is Drug-Induced Amnesia?
If you have ever had lapses in your memory while using drugs or alcohol, you may not have thought much of it. But drug-induced amnesia can be harmful to your health, especially over the long term. It is important to know the dangers of this form of memory loss and what you can do to …
What Is The Difference Between Alcohol Abuse and Alcohol Dependence?
There are many different terms thrown around regarding alcohol consumption, such as alcoholism, alcohol use disorder (AUD), alcohol addiction, alcohol abuse, and alcohol dependence. While they may seem to refer to the same thing—and some are interchangeable—each is somewhat different. So, what is the difference between alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence? And how do you …
How Long Does It Take An Alcoholic To Detox?
When you are ready to call it quits with alcohol, should you stop drinking altogether or slowly cut back on your consumption? It is natural to want to quit immediately while your willpower is strong, but it can also be potentially dangerous for some. How long does it take an alcoholic to detox, what happens …
The Need for Better Minority Enrollment in Multiple Myeloma Clinical Trials
Multiple myeloma can be a deadly disease. But if you’re Black or African American, you’re particularly vulnerable. Research shows you’re more than twice as likely to be diagnosed with this blood cancer and to die from it. There are several reasons for this, but one concern is that Black people aren’t adequately represented in clinical trials. These …