People who are struggling with anxiety and panic disorders are often prescribed Xanax by their doctors. It’s used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic attacks and generalized anxiety disorders. Doctors may also prescribe it for conditions that cause convulsions. Very often, this potent drug is effective in helping patients to…
It is well known that psychotherapy often forms part of the recovery process for people struggling with addiction. While individual therapy for drug addiction is usually helpful, family therapy should not be overlooked. That’s because addiction doesn’t only affect the person who is using drugs. Usually, other members of the household and wider family struggle…
People often assume that a person who has problems with alcohol drinks every day or drinks all day long. However, binge drinking is also a dangerous way to consume alcohol. It’s just so common that many people overlook it. They assume that drinking a lot at social gatherings only results in a hangover, but this…
Almost everyone has had their lives affected by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in some way. Some people have contracted the disease while others have lost loved ones to it or seen their income drop significantly because of it. Others continue to work on the frontlines performing physically and emotionally draining tasks. Staying indoors has also…
Is Codeine Addictive? At first glance, codeine can seem pretty harmless. It’s a prescription drug that doctors sometimes recommend for mild to moderate pain. It’s also the active ingredient in many well-known prescription cough medicines. While it has clear medicinal uses, codeine is an opioid. This means it’s the same type of drug as heroin,…
Alcohol is the most commonly abused substance in the United States and alcoholism affects millions of Americans. It can have a severe negative effect on an individual’s personal, social, professional, and even financial life. Alcoholism also affects those closest to the addict like the children or spouse. Children of alcoholics may feel embarrassed, scared and…
People who have never dealt with drug addiction often don’t fully understand it. This is partly because of media portrayals of addiction and misconceptions that have been around for years. If you’re struggling with addiction or trying to support someone who is, you need to know the facts. Let’s look at some of the most…
Fentanyl is a dangerous opioid, it can be up to 100 times stronger than morphine and Fentanyl overdose symptoms can occur within minutes. Fentanyl is prescribed by doctors in the form of transdermal patches, tablets, lozenges or nasal sprays. Brand names include Sublimaze, Actiq, and Duragesic. Like other drugs, prescription fentanyl can be misused and…
