There are many reasons that a person might abuse alcohol or drugs. Some people drink or use drugs to have a good time with friends. Some are just experimenting – they want to see what it’s like to get high. Some get peer pressured into trying drugs or alcohol. Then, there are others who use […]

An overdose is a biological response to a toxic amount of drugs in the body. When too many substances, or too much of a substance, is consumed, it can overwhelm the human body and its normal functioning. Overdoses can be fatal, making it one of the greatest dangers of substance abuse. Overdoses can happen for […]

Mental health is a delicate topic that needs to be talked about. It’s something we do not always see, but it affects the people all around us – family members, neighbors, close friends. Across the United States, almost 48 million people struggle with a mental illness. About 1 in 5 youth live with a mental […]

Psychological therapy, commonly referred to as “psychotherapy” or “therapy,” is designed to treat mental health conditions and help people better manage symptoms of mental illness. For younger populations, therapy can help adolescents overcome difficult emotions, manage behaviors, cope with triggers, and in turn learn to function well at home, in school, and in their community. […]

Residential treatment is a type of rehabilitation program for people struggling with substance abuse, mental health disorders, or a combination of the two. As its name implies, residential treatment means that clients live at the facility in which they are receiving care. Clients in residential treatment programs benefit from round-the-clock support and supervision, as well […]

Millions of people in the United States are living with a mental health disorder. Whether depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, or an eating disorder, these conditions can have a substantial, detrimental impact on a person’s life and well-being. Both men and women can develop a mental health disorder, however, more women are affected than men. Additionally, women […]

America is facing a mental health crisis. Between the loss, worry, fear, isolation, and hardships brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, families across the United States have felt an increase in anxiety, stress, and depressive disorders. This is particularly true for America’s youth, who have been forced to spend some of their most critical years […]

Mental illness is a reality for millions of Americans. Mental Health Awareness Month, honored every May in the United States, is a national movement designed to support these individuals and shed light on the reality of mental illness. In May 2022, this movement is more important than ever. We are in the midst of a […]

Communication is essential to successful parenting, but getting through to a teenager can be tough – especially when it comes to topics they don’t want to talk about. If you are worried that your teen is using drugs or hanging out with the wrong crowd, it is important to express your concerns. However, it’s also […]

In the field of addiction treatment, “continuing care” refers to the stage of treatment that follows an initial period of intensive care. It is designed to provide individuals with more support throughout their recovery – in other words, a full continuum of care. As we know, drug addiction is a chronic and lifelong disease. Much […]