Addiction Resource Blog reports on emerging research, new treatments, addictions, substances, and trending topics in addiction and recovery. All articles are written by our network of editors and contributors. Everything we publish is fact checked by our panel of experts.
May 13, 2026
For people being treated for opioid use disorder, that gap turns into a recurring problem. You may have a valid…
May 7, 2026
In 2026, the conversation around addiction and recovery is more open than it has ever been. More people are seeking…
March 16, 2026
MOUD stands for medications for opioid use disorder and refers to FDA-approved medications used to treat opioid addiction, including prescription…
April 7, 2026
Crack Pipe with "rocks" of crack cocaine. Crack pipes are generally a circular glass tube. Users roll up a billow…
March 18, 2026
GHB, which stands for gamma-hydroxybutyrate, is a powerful drug that affects the central nervous system much like alcohol does. Often…
February 14, 2026
While the phrase "everything in moderation" has been attributed to many different people throughout the years, we are all familiar…
March 17, 2026
Artificial intelligence has fundamentally transformed how we consume digital content, with AI-driven algorithms now powering the platforms we use daily.…
March 18, 2026
Yellow cocaine is a form of cocaine that has a yellowish tint due to impurities, adulterants, or specific production methods.…
March 18, 2026
Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, is a powerful stimulant drug that creates intense feelings of energy and euphoria. While many…
March 18, 2026
The "fent fold," also known as "fentanyl lean" or "fenty fold," is a disturbing physical phenomenon that has become increasingly…
March 17, 2026
The abuse of veterinary drugs by humans is a growing problem that most people don’t know about. These medications, designed…
March 17, 2026
A dangerous new street drug called flysky has been reported in numerous American cities. This lethal substance mixes heroin with…
March 17, 2026
For years, getting intoxicated before having sex seemed like a normal practice, as many people used alcohol as liquid courage…
March 17, 2026
Adderall is a prescription stimulant used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). While very effective when taken as directed, rising prescription…
March 17, 2026
Affordable or free addiction treatment is essential for people facing substance use disorder. When someone also needs to bring a…
March 16, 2026
Addiction rates among teenagers using nicotine pouches are a new public health crisis in need of immediate attention. Research from…
March 16, 2026
The decision to seek residential treatment for drug or alcohol addiction is an essential step toward recovery, but it may…
March 16, 2026
Bringing a beloved pet to a rehab program can significantly help in the addiction and mental health recovery process. Dogs…
March 16, 2026
Launched in 2016, OnlyFans has grown into a dominant digital platform with 3.5 million active creators and over 252 million…
March 16, 2026
Farmapram is a brand name for the drug alprazolam in Mexico, commonly recognized as an alternative to Xanax but lacking…
March 16, 2026
Heroin relapse is when someone starts using the drug again after a period of abstinence. It affects not only the…
November 28, 2025
At the closing of some AA meetings or similar 12-step meetings, the Lord’s Prayer is often said. Sometimes it is…
March 16, 2026
Many people find that saying prayers before bed can help them narrow the focus of their beliefs and values and…
March 16, 2026
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) members use spiritual tools, such as relying on a higher power of their understanding, and group support,…
March 16, 2026
Similar to other addiction recovery meeting formats, Alcoholics Anonymous meetings tend to span about an hour to an hour and…
December 1, 2025
For people seeking an accessible recovery community, online Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 12-step support groups may be helpful. Since the pandemic,…
March 16, 2026
In Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), the Serenity Prayer acts as a daily reflection on the relationship between inner peace and sobriety.…
March 16, 2026
While illicit drug use among teens is lower today than it was at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, a…
May 8, 2026
The 12 promises, also known as the AA 9th Step Promises, are the outcomes and results of successfully working through…
March 16, 2026
As stated in the book Alcoholics Anonymous, also known as “the big book,” relapse is when a person who has…
December 19, 2025
Your relationship with your sponsor in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is sacred. It’s built on supporting your recovery needs. When this…
January 16, 2026
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a peer-led support group focused on helping members recover from substance use disorder. To do so,…
November 26, 2025
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a worldwide, peer-led support group that is centered on recovery from alcohol use disorder (AUD), available…
March 16, 2026
Alcoholics Anonymous is one of the oldest dedicated addiction recovery groups in the world. First founded in 1935, it has…
April 22, 2026
Paracelsus, the world’s most expensive luxury rehab center, is synonymous with opulence and exclusivity. The facility has two treatment centers,…
January 21, 2026
South Florida has earned a reputation as the “rehab capital of the world.” This region is known for its numerous…
March 16, 2026
Celebrity rehab centers offer private, luxury treatment programs with specialized services to help entertainment industry workers recover from substance use…
July 28, 2026
When it comes to addiction treatment, some people prefer the highest level of luxury and personalized care available. The most…
July 7, 2026
There is no set timeline for how long you should wait before dating after recovery from addiction. However, most experts…
July 7, 2026
Entering a romantic relationship while recovering from drug or alcohol addiction can be difficult to navigate, especially if the person…
March 16, 2026
Drug abuse can affect every aspect of a person’s life, including their physical and mental health, family life, school or…
March 16, 2026
Millions of Americans experience substance use disorders (SUDs) such as opioid addiction, alcohol use disorder, and cannabis use disorder. While…
December 4, 2025
A common drug addiction recovery technique is the use of group facilitation. Research has shown that people with substance use…
November 19, 2025
Most addiction treatment centers, from smaller outpatient facilities to comprehensive centers with residential options, offer some form of group therapy…
November 7, 2025
Heavy, long-term alcohol use doesn't just damage your liver, it can also seriously harm your lungs. Many people don't realize…
March 16, 2026
Cocaine is a highly addictive drug with a lot of potential for abuse. It’s a stimulant drug that can be…
March 16, 2026
Overcoming substance abuse is a formidable challenge that many people worldwide face. In the long journey toward recovery, one of…
March 16, 2026
Telling your boss or manager that you are planning on attending a rehab program for substance abuse treatment can be…
March 13, 2026
Watching a loved one, especially a significant other, struggle with addiction can be an emotionally challenging and heart-wrenching experience. Substance…
March 13, 2026
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a mental health condition. People with this disorder experience binge drinking and prolonged periods of…
February 19, 2026
Many people with substance use disorder (SUD) experience denial. Because drug and alcohol abuse may worsen gradually, it is difficult…
March 13, 2026
With National Prescription Drug Take Back Day occurring twice yearly (typically in April and October), some people are examining their…
March 13, 2026
High-quality sleep provides many benefits for physical and mental health. It strengthens the mind, helps the body heal, and correlates…
March 13, 2026
Asking for help can be difficult under any circumstances. With addiction in particular, asking for help is especially challenging. Here…
July 6, 2026
Sober October, much like its Dry January counterpart, is a month-long commitment to abstain from drinking alcohol, and has become…
March 13, 2026
A substance use disorder (SUD) is a difficult diagnosis, but like other mental health disorders and chronic medical conditions, recovery…
March 12, 2026
Before sporting events and other group activities, many college students engage in “pregaming,” which usually means drinking alcohol before the…
March 12, 2026
Finding an addiction treatment program that fits your needs is one of the first steps you can take to recover…
March 11, 2026
Recent statistics shows that Gen Z Americans, which refers to people born between 1997 and 2012, are less interested in…
March 11, 2026
Substance use disorder relapses don’t happen in an instant. Triggers and cravings can build up over time, often before people…
March 11, 2026
Addiction is a chronic disease, which means that relapsing is a reality. However, addiction treatment centers can provide people with…
March 12, 2026
Drugs impact the entire nervous system in many ways. They do so mostly through affecting neurotransmitters such as dopamine and…
March 12, 2026
The use of telehealth or telemedicine as a means of treating illness and other conditions surged during the pandemic, allowing…
March 12, 2026
Vaping is a popular form of substance use for young people in middle school and high school, and it has…
March 12, 2026
Along with the many health problems associated with drug use, people may also experience legal consequences related to possessing or…
March 12, 2026
After addiction treatment, people who have faced alcohol and drug use disorders now have the opportunity to implement a relapse…
March 12, 2026
According to the CDC, more than 38 million Americans have diabetes (approximately 1 in 10), and millions more are at…
March 11, 2026
In today's fast-paced and ever-changing work environment, some employees feel overstressed. Chronic stress is a known contributor to drug and…
March 11, 2026
More than 48 million Americans age 12 and older had a substance use disorder in 2023, according to SAMHSA, but…
March 11, 2026
Going to a treatment center for drug or alcohol addiction represents a big step and a turning point in your…
December 19, 2025
If someone tells you that they have been to a drug rehab center, you may not know how to respond.…
March 11, 2026
For people who have completed a drug or alcohol rehab program but are still in early recovery, boredom can represent…
March 11, 2026
If you or a loved one regularly experience severe anxiety or panic attacks, a doctor may try prescribing you Xanax,…
March 11, 2026
Major depressive disorder (depression) and alcohol use disorder (AUD) are both mental health conditions. Like other mental health conditions, their…
March 11, 2026
Anxiety can be a situational experience or a symptom of a chronic condition. Handling anxiety is often challenging, particularly in…
March 11, 2026
Many addiction treatment programs encourage clients to focus on overall well-being, incorporating physical exercise and nutrition as part of the…
February 19, 2026
Drug and alcohol addiction can affect every aspect of a person's life, including their relationships with friends and family members.…
March 11, 2026
Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), or cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, is still a relatively recent discovery. The first known case occurred in…
March 11, 2026
Alcohol use disorder (AUD), which people used to call alcoholism, is a medical condition in which a person can’t control…
March 11, 2026
A new scientific study has revealed important information about how kratom affects the brain's dopamine system. Kratom is a dietary…
March 11, 2026
College brings many exciting experiences for students, but it also creates multiple stressors, including a heavier academic load and new…
March 11, 2026
Black women face high rates of intergenerational addiction, according to a recent Penn State study. Though people of all races…
November 26, 2025
Captagon, a stimulant drug, is a commonly abused substance in Syria. Since 1981, this drug has been listed as a…
March 11, 2026
Many recent opioid deaths involve a drug called “tranq,” warns the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). By 2023,…
March 10, 2026
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately 82 million Americans are aged 60 or older as of 2024, a number…
March 10, 2026
Opioid addiction impacts people of all ages. However, adults and adolescents receive different treatment approaches when they seek help. A…
March 10, 2026
As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes the landscape of many personal and professional domains, healthcare is one area…
March 10, 2026
Addiction is a chronic disease that can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender identity, race, or sexual orientation. Unfortunately, research…
March 10, 2026
Ozempic, the brand name for semaglutide, has been regularly used throughout the medical community since it was first approved in…
March 9, 2026
The opioid epidemic has been a major public health issue for years, with devastating consequences for individuals, families, and communities…
November 19, 2025
Recent research shows that a drug used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has the potential to help people recover from…
March 9, 2026
Narcan, also known by its generic name naloxone, is a Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved medication that is used to…
March 9, 2026
While early references to Borg date to around 2018, the trend exploded in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic as TikTok…
March 9, 2026
Clients in an intensive outpatient program (IOP) for drug addiction are often expected to maintain sobriety and take regular drug…
March 9, 2026
Seeking help for an addiction is an act of courage, and finding a therapist or counselor to facilitate the healing…
March 9, 2026
A landmark rule change finalized in 2024 overturns Medicaid's longstanding ban on using funds to provide healthcare, including substance use…
March 9, 2026
Loneliness is a common human experience, and recent studies show that feelings of loneliness may be linked to substance use…
March 6, 2026
Drug addiction, like other mental health disorders, is non-discriminatory. It can happen to anyone, of any gender, age, race, or…
March 6, 2026
Washington state has been one of the most active states in the country in rethinking how the legal system responds…
March 6, 2026
One of the biggest concerns in the field of chronic pain management is the use of opioids to treat chronic…
March 9, 2026
Psychedelic toad venom is a psychoactive substance that is secreted by the Sonoran desert toad native to Arizona. The toad…
January 8, 2026
It’s estimated that billions of emojis are sent every day. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) wants the public to…
November 26, 2025
Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, many Americans have reported experiencing chronic symptoms post-COVID, including symptoms such as fatigue, pain, and brain…
March 6, 2026
THC-O is a fully synthetic cannabinoid that, unlike many other cannabis products, is not derived from hemp. It’s also known…
March 6, 2026
Physical dependence and addiction are two terms that are commonly conflated, even among some medical professionals. But they’re not one…
March 6, 2026
Illicit drug use has been associated with some heart problems, both in the short term and over the course of…
March 6, 2026
LSD is one of several psychedelics that, through research, has shown some promise as a potential treatment for certain mental…
March 6, 2026
Isotonitazene, also known as “ISO,” is a very powerful and novel drug that has become a growing public health concern…
March 6, 2026
Thiamine, also known as vitamin B1, is an essential nutrient and one of eight B vitamins. It helps convert food…
March 6, 2026
Strengths-based therapy is a type of positive psychology that focuses on building up what you do well rather than constantly…
March 6, 2026
Misusing multiple drugs at once, including alcohol, can have serious side effects. This can increase the risk of drug overdose…
January 6, 2026
While not traditionally associated with treating addiction, researchers have found that certain forms of exposure therapy may be helpful for…
March 6, 2026
Psilocybin, also known as “shrooms,” is a natural psychedelic that may be effective for the treatment of alcohol use disorder…
March 30, 2026
Getting overheated and suffering dehydration is a major concern during the summer months with higher temperatures and more time spent…
March 6, 2026
The dangers of fentanyl exposure, including the risk of overdose, have made headlines in recent years, with illicitly manufactured fentanyl…
March 6, 2026
As drug overdose deaths continue to be abnormally high due to fentanyl, schools and local authorities are warning parents about…
March 5, 2026
Rainbow fentanyl is a term that’s being used to describe an emerging form of fentanyl that is rainbow-colored and largely…
March 5, 2026
Contrary to the beliefs of some, the Jewish community is not immune to or excluded from the United States overdose…
March 5, 2026
Addiction is a chronic disease that can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender identity, race, or sexual orientation. But, research…
March 5, 2026
Recreational drug use is common at high-profile music festivals, like Lollapalooza, Coachella, and electronic dance music (EDM) events — but…
March 5, 2026
Lyrica is a brand name for the drug pregabalin, a prescription medication used to relieve certain types of nerve pain…
March 5, 2026
Getting off benzodiazepines after taking them regularly for a long time can be a very difficult thing to do, especially…
January 2, 2026
Robaxin is a brand name for methocarbamol, a prescription muscle relaxant commonly used to treat muscle spasms, pain, and stiffness…
March 5, 2026
Anxiety disorders, such as social anxiety disorder and generalized anxiety disorder, are the most common mental illnesses in the U.S.,…
May 5, 2026
Whip-its are a dangerous form of inhalant misuse that involves breathing in nitrous oxide gas from whipped cream dispensers. You…
March 5, 2026
The Florida model of addiction treatment emphasizes the role of long-term residential care and recovery support across a continuum of…
March 5, 2026
Meth addiction, also known as methamphetamine use disorder, is an illness that affects an estimated 1.5 million Americans. Treatment interventions…
March 5, 2026
A number of common prescription medications can cause a serious condition known as “serotonin syndrome,” also known as serotonin toxicity.…
March 5, 2026
Health officials at universities across the country, including Ohio State University, have issued warnings about counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl,…
March 4, 2026
Several theories exist for what causes people to misuse drugs or alcohol, and why it is so common among people…
March 4, 2026
Muscle relaxers are prescription medications that depress the central nervous system to relax muscles and relieve pain. When used responsibly,…
May 5, 2026
Drug use can cause many physical changes in the body, and one of the most noticeable signs is a change…
March 4, 2026
Non-alcoholic beer has grown significantly in popularity in recent years, driven in part by the broader "sober curious" movement and…
December 2, 2025
Millions of people across the United States use or misuse illicit street drugs every year, and the drug landscape continues…
January 15, 2026
Phenibut, also known as β-phenyl-γ-aminobutyric acid, is a drug that originates from Russia. It is legal to possess in the…
March 4, 2026
Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is a chemical compound that is similar molecularly to the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana — delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).…
March 4, 2026
Millions of Americans in the United States live with a substance use disorder — also known as a drug or…
March 4, 2026
Of the drug overdose deaths in the United States in 2023, over 70% involved an opioid, primarily illicitly manufactured fentanyl.…
March 4, 2026
According to the CDC, fentanyl-related overdose deaths among teens nearly tripled from 2019 to 2021. By 2023, fentanyl accounted for…
March 4, 2026
Addiction and drug overdose affect the lives of millions of Americans and their families in the United States in any…
March 4, 2026
One of the biggest challenges the world has been left to grapple with in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19)…
March 4, 2026
The use of opioids for acute pain has been a common practice among clinicians for decades. Since the CDC updated…
March 4, 2026
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 105,000 Americans died from a drug overdose in 2023,…
March 3, 2026
Addiction specialists widely understand that recovering from an addiction and healing from its effects on the mind and body takes…
March 3, 2026
Telehealth addiction treatment, also called virtual rehab, has become a mainstream option for people seeking help with substance use disorder.…
March 3, 2026
Millions of Xanax (alprazolam) prescriptions are written in the United States every year to treat anxiety disorders, panic disorder, trauma,…
March 3, 2026
Drug courts are an effective means of managing and treating substance use disorder among people who may otherwise be incriminated…
March 3, 2026
Harm reduction is an evidence-based public health approach that aims to reduce the negative consequences associated with drug use, without…
March 3, 2026
The cost of a drug and alcohol rehab program can often make treatment inaccessible for those who do not have…
March 3, 2026
If you or someone you love drinks excessively, you may be concerned about the pattern of alcohol use disorder. Binge…
January 26, 2026
Drug possession in the United States has traditionally been a criminal offense, however, some states are moving toward decriminalizing drug…
March 3, 2026
Fentanyl test strips (FTS) are a form of drug-checking technology that can check drugs for the presence of fentanyl, a…
March 3, 2026
As recreational marijuana legalization has become the norm across much of the United States, researchers continue to examine its effects…
March 3, 2026
Adderall abuse can lead to depression in some people. It works by increasing dopamine and norepinephrine levels in the brain,…
March 3, 2026
Millions of Americans are currently living with opioid use disorder (OUD). According to SAMHSA, approximately 6.1 million people aged 12…
March 2, 2026
Substance use disorders can affect the mind, body, and spirit. During the early recovery and rehabilitation process, many rehab centers…
January 7, 2026
Access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid addiction in prisons and jails remains critically limited despite growing recognition of its…
March 2, 2026
Yes, it is possible to overdose on melatonin. However, it is very unlikely to die from a melatonin overdose. Despite…
March 2, 2026
Approximately 80,000 of the 105,000 drug overdose deaths in the United States in 2023 involved opioids, which was also about…
March 2, 2026
Doctor shopping is defined as seeking multiple treatment providers, either during an illness episode or to obtain prescription medications illegally.…
November 25, 2025
Mouthwash is designed to improve oral hygiene, but it can become a dangerous substance when people drink it to get…
January 15, 2026
There are many terms used to describe illicit or recreational drug use. One of these terms is a “spliff,” which…
November 18, 2025
The 8 ball and orange juice diet refers to an extreme diet used to lose weight. The “diet” only consists…
March 2, 2026
It is possible to quit heroin cold turkey, but it is not recommended. Heroin is extremely potent and addictive, with…
March 2, 2026
According to the FBI's Crime Data Explorer, there were an estimated 870,874 arrests for drug law violations in the United…
March 2, 2026
Opioid use disorder (OUD) is a life-threatening struggle that can be effectively treated with medication-assisted treatment (MAT), which combines the…
March 2, 2026
Nearly all states in the U.S. have some sort of involuntary treatment law, which allows certain entities to mandate psychiatric…
March 2, 2026
Access to buprenorphine has expanded dramatically in recent years. Following decades of restrictive federal requirements, the January 2023 elimination of…
June 16, 2026
The drug overdose crisis in the United States has shown signs of improvement in recent years, but it remains one…
March 2, 2026
California sober is a colloquial term that is increasingly being used to describe a form of partial sobriety. This contrasts…
December 1, 2025
Methadone treatment is not free. However, it may be covered fully or partially by health insurance, depending on the type…
February 27, 2026
Methadone and Suboxone are two leading medications that are FDA-approved to treat opioid dependence and addiction, which affect millions of…
November 12, 2025
Crystal meth, also called "ice," is a powerful street drug that people use in several different ways. The most common…
February 27, 2026
Suboxone is one of the most effective medications available for treating opioid use disorder (OUD), and it has helped save…
February 27, 2026
Suboxone is capable of blocking opiates for about 24 hours, which is why it’s generally prescribed for daily use. One…
December 1, 2025
Methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) programs, also referred to as opioid agonist treatment, are known for their cost-effectiveness in treating opioid…
April 19, 2026
Suboxone is the brand name for a combination drug containing the active ingredients buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine is a partial…
February 27, 2026
Methadone is a long-acting opioid agonist. It is approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the…
November 4, 2025
Alcohol causes the eyes to look glassy, glazed over, or unfocused. This typically happens when someone is drunk or intoxicated.…
October 28, 2025
Last March, the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak was declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO). Cases of the…
February 27, 2026
Both drug and alcohol use accelerate the aging process due to the damaging effects that toxic substances have on the…
February 27, 2026
Opioid use disorder and addiction affect the lives of millions of people in the United States each year. One of…
February 19, 2026
People who abuse alcohol may drink a variety of alcohol-based substances if they are unable to access traditional alcoholic beverages…
February 27, 2026
Shatter is created with extraction methods using butane and other solvents such as hexane, isopropyl, or carbon dioxide to separate…
November 11, 2025
Viagra and other erectile dysfunction medications are no longer just for older men dealing with age-related sexual problems. Prescriptions for…
January 20, 2026
If someone close to you is abusing cocaine, it may help to know what the illicit drug looks like and…
February 27, 2026
If you’ve noticed your friend’s drinking habits have changed or increased significantly in the last six to 12 months, they…
May 1, 2026
Cocaine, a potent stimulant that affects the central nervous system, is notorious for its high potential for abuse and addiction.…
November 14, 2025
Molly (MDMA) and Sally (MDA) act as both stimulants and psychedelics. Because of this, they may cause a person to…
January 23, 2026
Gabapentin, like pregabalin, is an anticonvulsant drug. It's commonly used to treat seizures, postherpetic neuralgia (PHN; the neuropathic pain a…
February 24, 2026
There are many types of drugs, including opioids and prescription amphetamines, that may be smoked using tin foil to heat…
February 26, 2026
Drinking has been considered a factor in lowering inhibitions in social situations, negatively impacting impulse control, and overall increasing socialization;…
February 26, 2026
Suboxone is a combination medication, made up of buprenorphine and naloxone, prescribed as part of a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) option…
February 26, 2026
When a person completes their taxes every year, calculations determine if a person has paid too much or too little…
February 27, 2026
Alcohol abuse or alcohol use disorder (AUD) is not always easy to spot. In fact, some forms of AUD, like…
January 9, 2026
Drug and alcohol rehab centers vary in so many different ways. Though some are gender-specific, many offer a co-ed program…
February 26, 2026
According to the CDC, alcohol-related liver disease is responsible for approximately 55 percent of all cirrhosis deaths in the United…
February 26, 2026
Sometimes it can be difficult to remember or understand all the different classifications of drugs of abuse. There are so…
February 26, 2026
Adderall contains two medications, amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. Adderall is the brand name of one of the most commonly prescribed medications…
February 26, 2026
As with other natural substances, Kratom has been falsely marketed as a “safe” alternative to opioids or a supplement to…
February 26, 2026
Nearly everyone knows someone who abuses alcohol. Alcohol knows no boundaries; alcohol does not care where you live, what you…
August 3, 2026
Alcohol has several effects on the body and its organs. Alcoholism can lead to organ failure, brain damage, and many…
February 26, 2026
The opioid epidemic has been sweeping across the country for more than a decade, and one of the most potent…
October 28, 2025
In the wake of the pandemic outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19), millions of people across the globe are facing hardships as…
December 22, 2025
According to the Institute for Family Studies, over half of all cases of children being removed from their home by…
February 25, 2026
At the peak of the opioid crisis in 2022, more than 300 people died from an opioid overdose every day…
February 25, 2026
Xanax (alprazolam) is a benzodiazepine sedative that doctors prescribe for short-term treatment of anxiety and panic disorders due to its…
February 25, 2026
Neurontin is mostly used as an anticonvulsant for reducing epileptic seizures or as a pain medication for treating nerve pain…
February 25, 2026
Commonly prescribed benzodiazepines, such as Xanax, are used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, panic attacks, and seizures. Because they are…
February 25, 2026
According to SAMHSA's 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, approximately 73.6 million Americans aged 12 or older reported…
February 24, 2026
When most people think of a traumatic brain injury, they may assume that a person must have received a blow…
February 24, 2026
Research consistently shows that heavy alcohol use by one or both partners is associated with lower relationship satisfaction, increased conflict,…
June 30, 2026
Hallucinogens, sometimes called psychedelic drugs, change how a person perceives the world around them by altering brain chemistry, particularly the…
February 24, 2026
Alcohol use disorder develops in part because of how alcohol affects the brain's reward and inhibitory systems, including GABA receptors…
February 24, 2026
Oxycodone is an opiate-based ingredient that is added to potent pain-relievers, like Percocet. Because oxycodone causes feelings of euphoria and…
February 24, 2026
Opioids are narcotics that suppress the central nervous system. Legal opioids are prescribed for controlling pain in patients who have…
January 14, 2026
Each year, millions of prescriptions for benzodiazepines are written by doctors in the United States. It is common to think…
February 27, 2026
Some young people have started drinking nail polish remover to try to get drunk. This is extremely dangerous because nail…
January 6, 2026
Cooking wine, particularly cooking sherry, is a common kitchen ingredient used to add flavor to dishes. While it contains alcohol…
February 24, 2026
Rates of alcohol abuse in the United States are based on the number of people with a drinking problem who…
February 24, 2026
Unfortunately, heroin use in the U.S. has increased consistently since 2007. According to SAMHSA's 2024 National Survey on Drug Use…
February 24, 2026
Stimulant use disorder occurs when a person takes illegal or prescription-based stimulant drugs because of their addiction to them. Some…
February 24, 2026
Many people have some type of electronic device they take everywhere with them so they can communicate with friends or…
February 24, 2026
According to SAMHSA's 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, approximately 28.9 million Americans aged 12 and older had…
February 24, 2026
Unfortunately, stimulant addiction is fairly widespread in the U.S. According to SAMHSA's 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health,…
February 24, 2026
The legal ramifications for those committing drug-related offenses varied, though. Some of them were immediately sent to jail, especially if…
June 22, 2026
Intravenous drug use, injecting substances directly into the bloodstream with a hypodermic needle, is one of the most dangerous methods…
February 24, 2026
There are many reasons a person may not be able to access insurance to pay for a rehab program. One…
February 24, 2026
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With the ongoing opioid epidemic in the United States, it can be helpful to know which drugs are opioids, which…
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What Is A Substance Use Disorder Assessment Or Evaluation? Treatment is available for anyone who is struggling with substance use…
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What Is CARF Accreditation In Addiction Treatment? The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is focused on the quality…
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The illegal drug market operates with its own complex pricing system, where the average cost of street drugs can vary…
