Building a Supportive Sober Network in Recovery
Almost half of Americans have a family member or close friend who struggles with drug addiction. Addiction is a debilitating disease that can be very isolating. However, if you are recovering from drug addiction, this
How Can Therapy Help With Addiction?
Therapy isn’t just for mental illness. Therapy can play a critical role in helping recovering addicts overcome addiction and maintain sobriety. There are a variety of therapy approaches from alternative therapies like art therapy to
How to Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, about 5.1% of people aged 12 or older report abusing prescription drugs in the last 12 months. Unfortunately, prescription drug abuse rates are on the rise, with
Are You at Risk of Alcohol or Drug Addiction?
According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, nearly 25% of young adults aged 18 to 25 and about 16% of adults aged 26 and up struggled with a substance use disorder in
What Are Xanax Addiction Symptoms?
Xanax, which is also known as alprazolam, is a prescription medication commonly used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. However, it is often misused as a party drug or to achieve a high, leading to
What Are the Signs of Alcoholism?
Alcohol is a legal drug that millions of people consume each year. Although alcohol consumption may seem harmless, alcohol can be an addictive substance that, when abused and overconsumed, can significantly impact an individual’s health
