Xanax, the most common name for the drug Alprazolam, is one of the most commonly prescribed prescription drugs in the United States. In fact, in 2018, there were over 20.4 million Xanax prescriptions. That makes sense, as the drug has a long history of use in treating anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and nausea because of
Sleeping pills are one of the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States. In fact, over 5% of women and 3.5% of men in the U.S. have a prescription sleeping aid. But, while prescription sleeping pills are popular and very common, they’re also dangerous. More than 42,000 people are hospitalized each year because of sleeping pill abuse, addiction, and
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Living with a drug addict can be traumatic, damaging, and dangerous. If your loved one is facing a substance use disorder, it can be an unlivable situation for yourself and your family. This is especially true if you have children together. Making the decision to kick someone you care about out of their home is
Crystal meth, the purest form of methamphetamine, is one of the most popular recreational drugs in the United States. Crystal meth is quickly growing in popularity as opioid accessibility goes down, as people become more isolated, and as lifestyles change. In 2018-2019, an estimated 1.6 million people used methamphetamines like Crystal. In the 2019-2020 period, that
You’ve been to rehab, you’ve put in the work, and you’re now going through a daily process of recovery. While you’ll never stop “being in recovery”, there comes a point when you want to open up, to meet other people, and to focus on more than just yourself. While it’s important not to start dating too
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It’s important to understand how Triple C’s work and what they do if you want to protect yourself or a loved one from the drug.










Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT 

