Are Drugs Drying Up During Quarantine?
All across the globe, people are feeling the effects of Covid-19. Also commonly known as the Coronavirus, Covid-19 has caused widespread panic as the rates
Are Drug Implants the Future of Drug Addiction Treatment?
One of the most common misconceptions about drug addiction revolved around the idea that addicts somehow lack a sense of self control and moral fortitude.
Sleep and Addiction: Is Sleeping Too Much Okay?
Anyone who has ever gone through an addiction to drugs or alcohol, or anyone who has ever watched a loved one struggle with one, knows
Can Brain Imaging Help Beat Drug Addiction?
The word addiction itself comes from the latin phrase meaning “enslaved to” or “bound by”. Addiction is a disease of the brain that is characterized
Can Food Help Treat Addictions?
Nutritional therapy can greatly increase the effectiveness of drug abuse treatment programs. It turns out, eating healthy can really help people who are recovering from addiction feel better, both mentally and physically. Combined with regular exercise and strength training, proper nutrition is an essential component of a successful recovery plan. As these efforts will greatly improve the physical health of the patients, they also help train the mind to act in it’s own self interest by developing healthy habits to replace the old, unhealthy ones.
Holiday Stress: How it presents special challenges for recovering addicts and helpful tips to avoid a relapse
Family gatherings, holiday office parties, everywhere you turn, drug and alcohol use is on prevalent display. The stresses of the busy holiday season can be
Smart Resolutions for the New Year
If you’re planning to make a New Year’s resolution this year, it’s important to be smart about it. This means staying away from any big
Men and Anxiety Disorder
Addiction and anxiety disorders often go hand in hand – and this goes for men, too. Although many men suffer from anxiety, they often suffer
Benefits of Strength Training During Recovery
It’s not news that exercise is great for your health and recovery – but if cardio is all you’re doing, you might want to add some
Alcoholism and Type 2 Diabetes
It’s National Diabetes Month, held each November to raise awareness about diabetes and its impact on millions of Americans. In honor of this month, and