Treating Addiction with Anxiety Disorders
In 2019, over 300 million people in the United States were suffering from an anxiety disorder.1(anxiety disorders) In addition, over 20...
Substance Abuse & Depression
Major depression, one of the most common mental illnesses, affected 4.1 million adolescents and 21 million adults in 2020.1(pg.31, righ...
Living With an Addict: How to Deal with an Addicted Spouse
A relationship with someone with a substance use disorder can feel like a love triangle. Addiction is the outsider stealing time, money...
Going Through Detox and Withdrawal
Desiring to stop using a substance can be a life-changing decision. However, the process of detoxification from substance use can be a ...
Signs and Symptoms of Drug Addiction and Alcohol Abuse
It is difficult to see a loved one struggling, particularly if you are unsure of the cause. If you suspect a loved one may be misusing ...
The Disease Concept of Addiction
There are many kinds of addiction that fall into two main categories: substance addictions (substance use disorder) and behavioral addi...
Houston Texas Addiction Statistics
The Misuse of alcohol and drugs has caused problems in homes and families across the United States. Houston is no exception. In...
A Dangerous Practice: Combining Substances | Polydrug Abuse
Combining substances of abuse, whether intentional or unintentional, is a very dangerous practice and can even be deadly. Sometimes, in...
