If you have an adult child who has developed substance use disorder and you are not sure how to provide support, you may have a lot of learning to do. This task is different from caring for a teenager with addiction because your adult child now makes most of his or her decisions in life. … Read more
Whether you are a working professional or an employer with many people under you, having a workplace that values self-care is incredibly beneficial to your emotional and mental health. Workplace self-care awareness is part of good company culture, and neglecting it can be costly in the long run. Today, with more and more working professionals … Read more
Did you know that drugs and alcohol can damage your liver? In fact, even many over-the-counter medications and dietary supplements may cause liver injury. Because the liver plays a critical role in regulating blood sugar and filtering toxins from the blood, it is one of the most important human organs to protect and is one … Read more
You may have heard the terms “dual diagnosis” or “comorbidity” when it comes to talking about alcohol use disorder. These are phrases commonly used to describe co-occurring mental health conditions for people who also have an alcohol addiction. The link between alcohol dependence and mental health is complex because both conditions can cause, play off … Read more
Did you know that doctors and nurses account for some of the highest rates of addiction in the workforce? Healthcare workers may develop substance addiction when they use drugs or alcohol to cope with work-related stress. There are a few key reasons for this phenomenon: high levels of stress and high accessibility to drugs. The … Read more
Many working professionals develop substance addictions due to their inability to cope with work-related stress. The most common work-related stresses include long work hours, heavy workload, job insecurity, toxic relationships at work, and conflicts with co-workers or employers. If you or a loved one is in such a situation, it may be time to work … Read more
Do you have a loved one who is suffering from substance addiction but hesitates to seek treatment because of stigma? Unfortunately, negative attitudes and beliefs toward people who struggle with addiction are common. Such is also the case for people struggling with mental health conditions. Stigmatization is harmful in many ways, not least of which … Read more
Most people know that drinking too much may harm their health, though most don’t know that alcohol addiction may have negative effects on their physical, mental and emotional health. It may also disrupt family relationships and cause lasting emotional pain. Alcohol use has become so normalized in social settings that many individuals and families experience … Read more
Many people who have started using addictive substances are not aware that the harmful chemicals found in drugs and alcohol may change brain chemistry. A person’s brain goes through substantial changes, especially before age 25. The brain’s neurotransmitters are capable of adapting while seeking balance in its production of dopamine, and interrupting this process with … Read more
If you have a loved one who is receiving addiction treatment and has achieved sobriety, that is a big milestone to celebrate. Now, you get to step in and encourage them to keep their progress going strong. It is important to acknowledge their accomplishments, which will keep them motivated. Acknowledging Their Hard Work in Reaching … Read more
