Smiling Depression Not a Joke
The world was shocked when one of its greatest comedians, Robin Williams, committed suicide. He appeared to the outside world to be a happy, successful, talented person. [...]
Blood Pressure Issues from Drinking? Tips
High blood pressure is a common but serious health issue that can be exacerbated by certain lifestyle choices, such as being sedentary. Does alcohol raise blood pressure? [...]
The Odds of Restored Liver Function After Alcohol
Drinking alcohol is a significant part of culture in the United States, but recurring drinking can result in dependence. An estimated 29.5 million Americans ages 12 and [...]
Michelle Obama on Therapy and Mental Health
Michelle Obama is one of the most recognizable names of the decade. As the powerful wife of former U.S. President Barack Obama, Michelle has owned countless programs [...]
Amphetamine Toxicity: The Dangers of Overdose
Amphetamines are powerful psychostimulants that speed up the body's systems. These medications work well when treating certain medication conditions but have a significant potential for overdose. From [...]
Relief for Hangovers – The Myths and Facts
If you've ever had a night out with friends drinking to excess, you've probably experienced the dreaded hangover. Hangovers remind us of the dangers of overindulging in [...]
Family Vacations and Reunions: Stress Management Tips
Approximately 49% of Americans report feeling frequently stressed, so it's understandable that anyone with an anxiety-causing event coming up would be looking for some stress management tips. [...]
What Dreams Can Reveal About Mental Health
In an ideal world, an adult would aim for about 8 hours of sleep a night. Most of us spend about 2 hours of that time dreaming. [...]
Delonte West: Battling Addiction and Bipolar After the NBA
Not often do we see an NBA player end up homeless and on drugs. Sadly, that's the exact tale of NBA superstar Delonte West. Despite a successful [...]
What’s the Difference Between Detox and Rehab?
The terms rehab and detox are often used interchangeably, but they're not the same program. Detox is often a stage at the beginning of rehab and is [...]
