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Since opiates and opioids have a similar effect, these two words are often used interchangeably. However, opiates and opioids are not the same things. Opiates are a class of prescription drugs [...]

Research shows that there is a link between components of anger and addiction development risks. People who enter addiction treatment centers often have unresolved anger. The anger may come from [...]

Many people don’t realize how severely drug addiction can damage their brains and bodies. Drugs bind to the neurotransmitters in the brain, thus altering the way a person thinks, feels, and acts. [...]

Remaining positive is difficult for those struggling with alcoholism and recovery. However, there are simple actions you can take to stay sober with the right mindset. Neglecting to do so is an [...]

Sober living homes and halfway houses are similar in many ways. Both offer a safe place to stay for people recovering from a substance use disorder. These supportive communities are ideal for [...]

By Katie McKendry, MS, LPC, CCS Clinical Director As more and more states move to legalize recreational marijuana, it’s important we talk about the impact this has on our developing youth. [...]

The origins of AA’s principles, and of the AA program itself, can be traced back to the Oxford Group, a Christian movement that had a following in Europe and America in the 1920s and 1930s. [...]

“Scared Straight” Myths Can Do More Harm than Good for Your Loved One in Recovery There was a tragic story in USA TODAY in early October about a young woman who died at a detox center in Arizona. [...]

There are a lotof choices when it comes to seeking addiction treatment, and choosing the right one for your needs can be hard. After all, how much treatment does someone with addiction need, [...]

The world is a noisy place. Think about it: on any given day, you’re bombarded with the sound of honking cars, text alerts, ringing phones, TV commercials, background music at the local grocery [...]