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...
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...
Whether you’ve been to rehab and taken addiction therapy or you’ve quit on your own, it’s important to follow up and take steps to remain clean. Most people will eventually relapse at least a few times but taking steps to recognize and prevent triggers that might...
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...
Watching a loved one struggle with a substance dependence disorder is one of the most difficult things you can do. At the same time, nearly 20% of Americans eventually have to watch family members struggle with substance abuse, as over 30 million Americans struggle...
When your loved one is struggling with addiction, it’s not easy to know when to step in, or how to best help them. You may get conflicting advice, and your attempts to confront them or give them assistance may be met with denial, anger or resistance. Dealing with an...
