Suboxone, an FDA approved combination of buprenorphine and naloxone, is an orally administrated medication-assisted treatment drug used to treat opioid addiction. Because studies show that Suboxone and variations such as Sublocade can greatly improve outcomes in...
If you’re loved one is struggling with a substance use problem, you’re not alone. The most recent data from SAHMSA shows that over 22 million people suffer from substance use disorder, meaning that 1 in 5 Americans have a friend or close loved one struggling with a...
Seasonal Affective Disorder, also aptly known by the acronym SAD, is a disorder characterized by diminished energy and a feeling of sadness or depression. Seasonal Affective Disorder is typically related to reduced sunlight exposure during winter months, resulting in...
Alcoholics Anonymous, or AA, has led the substance abuse recovery movement since its introduction in 1935. And, with a main focus on spirituality, abstinence, and a suggested set of required guidelines, including refraining from many mind and mood-altering substances...
Bipolar disorder is strongly linked to vulnerability to substance use disorders. While nearly 1 in 8 or about 24.5 million U.S. adults struggle with a substance use disorder, 7.2 million of those struggle with a mental disorder such as bipolar disorder. Some studies...
Before entering an addiction recovery center, the first step is to recognize the signs of addiction. If you find that you cannot stop drinking alcohol or cannot stop using a certain drug, then you might be mentally dependent on that substance due to formed habits....
