Psychotherapy for addiction treats substance use and mental health disorders through talk therapy. Guided by a trained therapist, clients process experiences, thoughts, and feelings that…
After completing a rehabilitation program and putting in the challenging, courageous work, the prospect of integrating back into life outside rehab can feel overwhelming. You’ve…
In 2017, Texas had the 14th lowest rate of drug overdose deaths in the U.S. However, lawmakers are still working to pass legislation to prevent…
If you’re fearful that your loved one has developed a heroin addiction, it can be helpful to understand the signs of heroin use. The sooner…
Alcohol abuse is defined as the habitual overuse of alcohol. Problem drinking may be severe in people with an alcohol use disorder (AUD). Health issues,…
Alcohol withdrawal is a term used to describe several symptoms when someone dependent on alcohol suddenly stops drinking. This can develop as a result of…
Binge drinking is a common yet dangerous form of alcohol consumption that is most popular among college-age adults. People who drink excessive alcohol at parties…
Substance use occurs when an illicit drug is consumed into the body. In medicine, addiction is a chronic relapsing brain disease characterized by compulsive drug…
Being a parent isn’t easy, but it becomes even more challenging when you have a child who struggles with addiction. Even after you get your…
Addiction is not a one-way street. When a person compulsively uses drugs or alcohol, their behaviors do not exist in a vacuum. Negative behaviors carry…