Woman struggling sits alone stroking her hair away from her face, deep in thought.
How Codependent Relationships Fuel Addiction and Steps to Heal

Enabling someone who is struggling with a substance use disorder develops from a misunderstanding of...

January 13, 2025
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Understanding the Role of Therapy in Long Term Addiction Recovery

Therapy is one of the mainstays of a comprehensive recovery plan....

January 6, 2025
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The Impact of Substance Abuse on Work and Career: What You Need to Know

Substance use represents one of the most critical issues within the United States, impacting million...

December 30, 2024
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How Alcohol and Drug Abuse Affect Family Relationships

Family and friends are crucial to virtually every step of a successful recovery plan and come togeth...

December 23, 2024
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The Importance of Mental Health Treatment in Addiction Recovery 

A crucial element in addiction recovery is addressing the mental health problems that frequently occ...

December 17, 2024
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The Stages of Addiction Recovery: What to Expect

If you’re suffering from a substance use disorder, a vital step to healing is beginning an addict...

December 10, 2024
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How Drug Abuse Impacts Mental Health: Recognizing the Signs

The complexity of drug use and mental health ranges and it significantly impacts individuals, famili...

December 3, 2024
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Understanding the Connection Between Mental Health and Addiction 

Addiction is a disease that alters the brain’s chemical pathways and most mental illnesses have si...

November 26, 2024
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The Intersection of Mental Health, Addiction, and Gender Identity

Gender dysphoria and substance abuse disorder (SUD) have plagued heavily discriminated against commu...

November 19, 2024
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The Intersection of Mental Health, Addiction, and Gender Identity

According to the NIDA, sexual and gender minorities have higher rates of substance use disorders tha...

November 11, 2024
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Coping with Minority Stress: How Discrimination Impacts LGBTQ+ Mental Health

Minority stress is the result of the constant oppression, stigma, and discrimination that is faced d...

November 4, 2024
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Why LGBTQ+ Youth Are at Higher Risk for Addiction and Mental Health Disorders

Research has found that sexual minority groups facing family rejection are three times more likely t...

October 29, 2024
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