One of your new year resolutions might be to stop drinking. Perhaps you’ve been worried about the effects alcohol has on you, or you feel that alcohol has put a strain on your relationships. Drinking could have even gotten you into career, legal, and other life troubles. Whatever the reason, you think that it’s time […]
Life in the military can lead to intense and even traumatic experiences. Upon returning home, many veterans find their mental health in a dark and harmful place. Attending a veteran rehab program can help these service members work through past trauma and make a healthy transition back to civilian life. However, most veterans do not […]
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, people have faced increased stress and mental health issues. And one of the services that have helped people deal with these stressors has been Ohio mental health hotlines. These services provide quick, immediate support for individuals who need help in a crisis. But are they right for you? Today, we’ll be […]
Fentanyl, like many other opioids, has ravaged Ohio communities for years. But with the coronavirus pandemic and the increasingly common practice of lacing drugs with fentanyl, this synthetic opioid has become deadlier than ever. New data analysis from Families Against Fentanyl shows that among Americans aged 18 to 45, fentanyl is the most common killer, […]
When anxiety becomes debilitating, it means it begins to interfere with your ability to live a normal, healthy life. Maybe you can’t go to work or the grocery store because of social anxiety. Perhaps you feel overwhelmed with anxiety everywhere you go and have uncomfortable physical symptoms. If you have generalized anxiety disorder to the […]
If you’re living with a mental illness, such as depression or anxiety, the symptoms can make your life difficult. So, it’s natural to want relief. Self-medicating with alcohol and drugs may help take your mind off your condition and ease your symptoms for a little while. However, here’s why using substances to “self-medicate” can be […]
Prescribed stimulant drugs can be helpful for some people with specific physical and mental conditions. However, if you misuse prescription stimulants or take stimulant street drugs regularly, they can pose significant risks. Here’s an overview of stimulant drugs, including their types, why people use them, how they affect the body, and the risks associated with […]
Alcohol cravings can be intense. When they come, it can be incredibly hard to push past them through sheer force of will. Yet, if you have cravings but want to quit alcohol, how can you know how to fight the urge to drink? It helps to plan ahead and know what you will do when […]
Substance abuse disorders often have an underlying cause. Here’s how a dual diagnosis treatment center can help you improve your quality of life and have the best success in treatment. By digging into the root cause of your addiction, you can experience five important benefits. What Is a Dual Diagnosis Treatment Center? A dual diagnosis […]
Addiction can have a major impact on family members. In this guide for family members of addicts, you can learn how to help your addicted loved one find treatment. Beyond that, you can learn how to seek support and care for yourself as you deal with the effects of your family member’s addiction. Effects of […]
