Marijuana is one of the most commonly abused substances in America. According to the CDC, “Marijuana is the most commonly used federally illegal drug in the United States; 48.2 million people, or about 18% of Americans, used it at least once in 2019.”[1] Because of how normalized marijuana use has […]
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MDMA is a synthetic drug that causes stimulant and hallucinogenic effects. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, MDMA “produces an energizing effect, distortions in time and perception, and enhanced enjoyment from sensory experiences.”[1] This substance is also commonly referred to as molly or ecstasy. Oftentimes, molly is described […]
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Ativan is the brand name for a drug referred to as lorazepam. This medication is mainly used to treat anxiety disorders, however, it can be used in the treatment of other psychiatric conditions. Additionally, Ativan is a benzodiazepine, a class of drugs that are known to be highly habit-forming. Valium […]
Living with addiction can lead to severe damage to your short and long-term health. An addiction can cause significant relationship strain, harm your emotional wellbeing, and may result in life-altering legal or financial trouble. With all the negative consequences of addiction, you might think it would be impossible for a […]
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Many individuals have a combination of a substance use disorder and a mental health condition. This is referred to as having co-occurring disorders. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, “approximately 9.2 million adults in the United States have a co-occurring disorder.”[1] Some of the most common […]
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Personality disorders are mental health conditions that cause an individual’s way of thinking, feeling, and behaving to deviate from the societal norm. People suffering from personality disorders experience extreme distress and difficulty in functioning which leads to interpersonal relationship issues, a distorted view of the world around them, and a […]
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Fentanyl is an extremely potent synthetic opioid drug. While this drug is similar to morphine, it is 50 to 100 times stronger in terms of potency. Fentanyl is a prescription medication used to treat severe or chronic pain. While fentanyl is a legal prescription drug, many people manufacture and sell […]
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Over 40 million U.S. adults have an anxiety disorder, making this group of mental health conditions the most common in America.[1] Anxiety disorders, such as generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder, all have effective treatments available including counseling and prescription medications. While there are many medications that […]
Co-occurring disorders are extremely common among individuals suffering from addiction. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, “Of the 20.3 million adults with substance use disorders, 37.9% also had mental illnesses.”[1] In other words, about 7.7 million adults suffer from both a mental health condition and a comorbid substance […]
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Heroin is a powerfully addictive drug that can be injected, smoked, or snorted. Many people believe that injecting heroin is the most dangerous way to use this drug. While injection does carry some additional risks from needle-sharing and the way it enters the bloodstream, smoking heroin is dangerous and poses […]
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