Having a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders means that you have both a mental health condition and a substance use disorder (SUD). Either disorder can…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a chronic mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. PTSD impacts millions of Americans.…
Overcoming any addiction can be challenging, but with opioids, like heroin, it can be particularly complicated. Because of its highly addictive properties, heroin use can…
Benzodiazepines, commonly referred to as benzos, are a class of prescription drugs most often used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. In recent years, benzo…
Alcoholism and alcohol abuse cause many social, psychological, and physical problems, especially for high-functioning alcoholics. Alcohol poses a unique challenge, making it hard to distinguish…
What’s the link between anger and alcohol addiction? Anger is natural, but excessive anger can fuel addictions and mask problems like alcohol abuse. Over time,…
Relapse refers to a return to substance use or engaging in addictive behaviors after a period of abstinence—it is a common and challenging part of…
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is an effective tool in helping combat chronic relapse, particularly for opioid and alcohol addictions. Vivitrol is a brand name for naltrexone,…
Did you know that more than 30% of adults in Idaho reported symptoms of anxiety or depressive disorder? Substance overdose deaths also increased in this…
Technology addictions can be just as harmful as other, more conventional types of addictions. Perhaps you think you might be encountering a technology addiction either…