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For decades, experts have debated about everything relevant to the use of marijuana. They debate its adverse effects, its usefulness as a medical treatment, and whether or not states should legalize it for public use. Until every state legalizes marijuana, it's a good bet that these debates will continue. While these debates do continue, there is one interesting question that...

A narcissistic personality disorder is one of many personality disorders. Personality disorders are types of mental disorders that can completely affect how a person behaves, functions, and thinks. This can be problematic when building relationships and connections with others. Narcissistic personality disorder is no different.  Those dealing with narcissistic personality disorder tend to display abusive traits with those around them....

Addiction is a disease that a person has to actively and continuously combat in order to remain sober. As a result, many people who suffer from addiction end up relapsing and falling back into unhealthy and addictive habits. One particular reason why many recovering individuals end up relapsing is that they do not replace the negative activities with positive ones....

Although Demerol helps many people with severe pain, it can cause addiction. And the risk may increase if you have a substance use disorder (SUD) such as an addiction to drugs or alcohol. So, Demerol can help you, but it comes with its risks and precautions. Many people that have been prescribed Demerol don’t even realize that they are addicted...

Is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Only for Alcoholics? Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a widely known program that helps those struggling with alcoholism and abuse. The program has helped thousands of alcohol addicts and continues to do so every single year. But is AA just for alcoholics? The short answer is, not necessarily.  AA is focused on Alcoholism in particular but that...

Ways To Overcome Addiction Through Art and Self-Expression There is no one-size-fits-all program used to overcome addiction, which is presumably why so many patients choose alternative treatment methods during rehab. For the artistic ones, there are several sorts of therapies for creative-minded patients that can help them move past their addiction. For instance, people who have a special relationship with...

World Mental Health Day: The Challenges For 2020 World Mental Health Day is observed every year on October 10. This year, it comes at a time when the daily lives for most people have changed a lot due to the COVID-19 pandemic. There have been challenges for health care workers, for students, for workers who have lost jobs, and for...

What is Hydrocodone? Hydrocodone is a potent semi-synthetic opioid that people take to help relieve them of pain. Hydrocodone is infamous for being addictive due to its potency and pain-relieving effects. But, how addictive is hydrocodone? Well, if you continue reading, you will soon find out, very addictive. Oftentimes, people who become addicted to hydrocodone first started taking it as...

What Does It Cost to Be a Drug Addict? Despite preferring the euphoric effect of one chemical over another, being addicted to anything is going to be expensive. This refers to both the financial price tag of buying drugs and alcohol and the toll it charges on health. No matter which aspect of substance abuse is in question, suffering from...

OCD and Coronavirus: How To Help Manage Their Concerns Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can become especially bothersome during Coronavirus times. It’s important to recognize that the Coronavirus pandemic can significantly affect individuals struggling with OCD.  Public health experts are right when they advise steps to prevent the spread of the virus. Steps such as hand washing, social distancing, avoiding sick people,...