Seasonal allergies and the common cold are frustrating parts of day-to-day life for millions of Americans each year. The changing seasons bring about sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, runny nose, and intermittent congestion that can make simply getting out of bed difficult. Fortunately, there are a variety of over-the-counter medications that provide quick, functional symptom…
Reluctance to go to rehab is widespread. Even in circumstances where you have acknowledged your addiction and know you need to seek treatment to forge a healthy path free from drugs or alcohol, the idea of drug or alcohol rehab remains unpleasant. No matter how detrimental the impacts of addiction are to one’s physical, emotional,…
The terms addiction, chemical dependence, and psychological dependence are often used interchangeably. In reality, addiction and psychological dependence are quite similar. Psychological dependence describes the psychological (or emotional) components of substance use disorder. These elements include cravings or behaviors that occur around the perceived need to use a substance. Psychological dependence is also sometimes referred…
Do you have an ‘addictive personality?’ Have you ever caught yourself using this as an excuse to spend hours playing the latest trendy mobile game? Or maybe your concerns are of a darker shade. Do you worry that your personality type predisposes you to substance abuse? In this post, we’ll address this concern, looking to…