1 in 5 Americans knows a person who is addicted to drugs or alcohol. With an estimated 1 in 10 Americans struggling with substance abuse at some point during their lives, it makes sense that many of us have close personal relationships addicts. At the same time, most...
Amphetamines ranging from methamphetamine to crystal meth are among the most addictive, dangerous, and harmful drugs on the market. Some 1.6 million Americans struggle with methamphetamine and crystal meth abuse, with more than half a million estimated to be addicted....
It’s a common myth that alcohol is something of a modern truth serum. Anyone who’s spent time around drunks can tell you they tend to be loose lipped at best. But, are people more likely to actually tell the truth when drunk? The short answer, no. The long answer?...
Recovering from a substance use disorder (SUD) is a process that works one day at a time but continues for a lifetime. During recovery, you’ll have to combat cravings, attend recovery group meetings, work to create healthy habits and behaviors, and consistently be...
Most people are aware of the persistent “party culture” surrounding universities and colleges, but few are aware of the extent to which drugs and alcohol affect students. This is understandable in many respects, as students normally enter higher education between the...
If you’re just gone through rehab, or even if you’ve been clean and sober for a while, the holidays can be a difficult time. It’s important to remember that you’re not alone – millions of Americans are in recovery from drug and alcohol use and...