Eating Disorder Test
14Mar
21Feb
CPTSD vs PTSD
Differences Between PTSD and C PTSD
Many people have some understanding of PTSD, but not so many know what CPTSD is. In this article, we look at exactly what both of these mental issues are, and why the treatment of Complex PTSD is increasingly sought after across the United States. If...
13Feb
Phenomenon of Craving
Alcohol and Drug Abuse and the Sensation of Craving
What do we know about the phenomenon of craving? This saying goes back decades and is included in a passage from the Alcoholics Anonymous book. How can this passage about the phenomenon of craving and Alcoholics Anonymous be useful today, even for clients...
31Jan
How to Sign Up for Medicaid in New Mexico
Getting the Insurance Coverage You Need for Rehab
Paying for the resources you need to support substance use issues can be costly, especially if you lack health coverage. The good news is that you may have options, particularly if you are a low-income adult or meet other criteria with the Human...
24Jan
Personalized Addiction Treatment
Choosing Personalized Treatment for Substance Abuse
There are a wide variety of names used by rehab facilities to characterize their personalized addiction treatment programs since there are just as many ways to treat drug abuse. The ability to tailor care to each client is one of these distinguishing features. What does it...
29Dec
Why is Heroin so Addictive?
Exploring the Roots of Heroin Addiction
Heroin addiction is an intense form of drug abuse. It's difficult to overcome drug addiction, but a drug like heroin requires a unique struggle. Opiate addiction is physical and mental. It's all-consuming. If you don't have the drug for an extended period of time, the...
28Nov
Can Cocaine Kill You?
Can Coke Actually Kill?
Cocaine is one of the most popular drugs globally. This dangerous drug is a potent stimulant that is highly addictive and can seriously affect your health. However, the psychostimulant has a reputation as a safe ‘party drug’ in some circles. But can cocaine kill you? You might think...
20Nov
Substance Abuse and Social Isolation
How Substance Use Can Lead to Loneliness
Are you tired of feeling lonely as a result of your drug or alcohol use? Unfortunately, substance abuse and social isolation go hand-in-hand. In turn, this can spur more negative feelings. Both can lead to a lack of a support system that could otherwise prevent...
15Oct
What Does Heroin Look Like?
What Is Heroin?
Heroin is an opioid drug derived from morphine, which is extracted from the pod of opium poppy plants. This drug comes from various poppy plants cultivated in South and Southeast Asia, Mexico, and Colombia. But what does heroin look like? And how can you get help for...
29Sep
