Substance abuse is a pervasive issue, impacting individuals, families, and communities. It takes a toll on physical health, mental well-being, and relationships. Recovery is more than simply stopping the use of harmful substances—it is a journey...
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Trauma can be a crippling force, overshadowing every aspect of one’s life and making even the simplest tasks seem insurmountable. It often carries with it a profound sense of isolation, a belief that one is alone in their suffering. However...
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Living with a mental health disorder can be challenging, and when combined with a substance abuse disorder, the complexities can be even greater. This condition, known as dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders, affects millions of individuals...
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According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, “Comorbidity describes two or more disorders or illnesses occurring in the same person.” Having one illness is severe enough, but managing two or more together can be nigh...
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If you follow NBC’s This Is Us, you must have seen Kevin Pearson’s ongoing struggle with alcohol use, including his rehabilitation journey and several AA meetings. The turning point, however, comes with the birth of his nephew Jack; the day he...
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How many times have you gone on the internet to quickly find out why your stomach is hurting?
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Do you know 1 in every 4 kid has misused a drug at least one time. Here is a look at some shocking statistics on drug abuse in teenagers.
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Substance use disorder, also known as drug addiction, is a condition that prevents a person from controlling the use of a legal or illegal drug.
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In a This Is Us episode that aired last season, one of the protagonists, Kevin, is recommended to have his family come in for a collective counseling session as part of his alcohol addiction treatment. The result is a family confrontation nobody...
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