The Link Between Medical Marijuana and Cannabis Use Disorders
With the codification of the Controlled Substance Act in 1970, the U.S. Congress made it federally illegal to possess, use or sell in all 50 U.S. states. [...]
CDC’s New Opioid Guidelines: Hell or Hope for Chronic Pain?
Prescription opioids have been the go-to solution for those living with chronic pain for decades. They first became legal in the United States in the late 1700s [...]
Is It Dangerous to Crush Pills?
Pill crushing is an incredibly common practice. Some studies show that almost 60 percent of people over the age of 60 experience difficulty swallowing pills and crushing the [...]
The Hardest Addictions To Treat
When you consider the question “What are the hardest addictions to treat?” the answer often depends upon the individual. What’s extremely addictive to one person may not be [...]
Keeping Your Job While Going to Rehab
Is it possible to balance rehab with work? The issue of staying employed to support a family is one of the most common reasons not to make [...]
Can Antidepressants Cause Lack of Motivation? What To Know
How do antidepressants make you feel? This medication can help diminish the constant feelings of dread, despair, hopelessness and sadness that often come with depression. However, many [...]
CBT Therapy in Addiction Treatment
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an increasingly common short-term option for treating and managing mental health conditions. When you're navigating challenges with your mental health or a [...]
How Much Does Rehab Cost?
So, how much does alcohol and drug rehab cost? This guide will help you understand what you can expect when you're ready to start recovering from your [...]
Sunlight Recovery Response to COVID-19
During this turbulent time, we want to first take a moment to remember all those most affected by this crisis, from patients and families to the healthcare [...]
Group Therapy: Helping Others, Healing Yourself
Admitting that you have an addiction is incredibly difficult. You may feel like you are the only one in the world struggling with it, and that if [...]
