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22 Aug

addiction, Addiction Treatment, LGBTQIA+

The Impact of Minority Stress on LGBTQIA+ Substance Use

August 13, 2024
By Adam Parker (LCSW)

Minority stress significantly impacts substance use among LGBTQIA+ individuals, leading to higher rates of substance use disorde...

16 Aug

addiction, Addiction Treatment, drug Addiction, Fentanyl Addiction

Fentanyl: Surprising Facts & Common Myths

August 16, 2024
By Gigi Price

Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that has been at the center stage of the current opioid epidemic. It is much stronger than morphine and ...

04 Aug

addiction, Addiction Treatment, drug Addiction, Opioid Addiction

How Do Drug Addicts Afford Addiction?

August 3, 2024
By Gigi Price

Drug addiction is a process that affects people and makes them do things they would not normally do. Drug use and addiction are prevent...

30 Jul

addiction, Alcohol

The Dangers of Mixing (Benzos) Benzodiazepine and Alcohol

July 29, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Summary Mixing benzodiazepines (benzos) and alcohol can lead to severe health risks, including overdose and life-threate...

23 Jul

addiction, Addiction Treatment, drug Addiction

How to Find The Best Luxury Addiction Rehab Centers Near You

October 4, 2024
By Gigi Price

Summary Finding the best luxury addiction rehab involves understanding the key features and treatment options available. This a...

18 Jul

addiction, Alcohol

What is Gray Area Drinking in Alcohol Addiction?

July 18, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Summary Gray area drinking refers to a pattern of alcohol consumption that falls between social drinking and alcohol dependence. This ...

16 Jul

addiction, Addiction Treatment

How to Cope With Stress in Addiction Recovery

July 18, 2024
By Gigi Price

Summary Managing stress in addiction recovery is essential to prevent relapse and support mental health. This article explores ...

05 Jul

addiction, Opioid Addiction

Breaking the Silence: How Libraries Support Opioid Victims

July 30, 2024
By Gigi Price

24 Jun

addiction, Addiction Treatment

What is Cross Addiction?

July 12, 2024
By Gigi Price

Cross addiction occurs when an individual who has overcome one addiction develops a dependency on another substance or behavior. This a...

24 Jun

addiction, Addiction Treatment, Opioid Addiction

Can AI (Artificial Intelligence) Be Used to Treat Opioid Addiction?

July 12, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the landscape of addiction treatment, offering new and innovative solutions for tho...

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