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How Does Addiction Affect the Brain?: Effects of Drugs on Functioning and Chemistry
Drug use changes the function of the brain not only during active use but sometimes long term, even after discontinuing use. Learn more here.
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The Correlation Between Cyberbullying & Addiction
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Behavioral Health General Mental Health Studies/AnalysesThe Most Common Addictions in 2022
The pandemic has led to an increase in alcohol, marijuana, and prescription painkillers misuse, as well as an increase in other behavioral addictions.
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Bupropion (Wellbutrin) Uses in Addiction Recovery
Wellbutrin is an antidepressant medication. Your doctor might use it to treat depression or anxiety but might also use it to help with some addictions
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Does Alcohol Cause Insomnia? Sleep Problems Explained
Alcohol use can make it harder to fall asleep, stay asleep, and fall back asleep once awakened.
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What to Do After a Relapse: 8 Steps to Get Back to Sobriety
Even the best intentions to avoid relapse can be thwarted by bad habits. Building new healthy habits can solidify recovery. Learn about bad habits.
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Dopamine Detox: How It Works, Effectiveness & Alternatives
The dopamine detox, or dopamine fast, has gained a lot of attention in recent years. Learn what it is, the theory behind it, and how it works.
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How to Deal With a Family Member with SUD
If you have a family member with SUD, there are several things you can do to help. Learn how to educate yourself and boundaries.
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Grief & Addiction: Everything You Need to Know
Grief and addiction often intersect. For some people, a death sparks substance misuse. Learn more here.
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Internet-Based Interventions for Mental Health & Substance Misuse: Everything You Need to Know
Learn about internet-based interventions for mental health and substance misuse problems, including both their benefits and limitations.
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Is Addiction a Mental Illness?
Addiction is a chronic disorder that impacts the brain in many of the same ways that mental illness does. Learn about how addiction changes the brain.
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder & Substance Use Disorder
Many people with obsessive-compulsive disorder may also have concurrent substance use disorders (SUD). Learn more.
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Online Alcohol Assessments: Where to Find Them & Should You Trust Them?
Online assessments can help you understand your drinking habits. Take one today and learn what to do with the results.
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder & Addiction
PTSD and addiction often occur together. When they do, it is important to engage dual diagnosis treatment to help the patient address both issues.
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The Relationship Between Schizophrenia & Addiction
Schizophrenia and substance use disorders often go hand in hand. Find out more.
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A Guide to Sexual Abuse & Assault
Sexual abuse is remarkably common, and it happens in all sorts of environments, including at work and at school. Find out what to do next.
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Substance Abuse in Greek Life: How Much of a Problem Is It?
For decades, Greek life on college campuses has been connected to heavy alcohol and substance misuse. Learn more about substance use and Greek life.So
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Understanding the Disease of Addiction: The Brain, Drugs & Treatment
Addiction is a disease that is chronic in nature, just like diabetes and other conditions that impact the brain and the body. Learn more.
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Bullying & Substance Misuse
Bullying is linked to substance misuse, both for the bully, the victim and even the bystanders. Learn more about the connection.
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5 Tips for Maintaining Your Recovery During the Holidays
Learn how to avoid uncomfortable or triggering situations during the holiday season. Here are 5 useful tips to help you maintain your recovery.
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Addiction in the BIPOC Community: Everything You Need to Know
Systemic health disparities continue to plague our medical system, especially when it comes to addiction care. Learn more.
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Alcohol/ Drugs & Sexual Assault
Alcohol and drugs often facilitate sexual assault. If you're attacked, you can take action. Find out how more here.
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Alcohol's Impact on the Brain
Alcohol affects the brain in a variety of ways. Learn about how alcohol can negatively impact the brain in both the short-term and long-term.
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Anxiety & Substance Use Disorder: What You Need to Know
Anxiety and substance use disorders (SUD) are two of the most common mental health issues in the United States. Learn more.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Mental Health Counselor
Mental health counselors hold a variety of titles, and they work in various settings from schools to hospitals. Learn more.
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Bipolar Disorder & Substance Abuse: Understanding the Connection
Bipolar disorder & substance use disorders often co-occur, and when they do, connecting the person with comprehensive treatment for both is essential.
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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) & Addiction: Is There a Connection?
Borderline personality disorder and addiction share the same risk factors, and they often occur together. Find out how these issues are treated here.
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A Guide to Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Diagnosis
Doctors use a combination of exams, assessments, and physical tests to diagnose alcohol use disorder (AUD). Learn more.
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Potential Side Effects of Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
Bupropion (Wellbutrin) can cause side effects in some people. Learn about the potential side effects of bupropion, including which are serious.
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How Does an Alcoholic Parent Affect a Child?
Children growing up in a household affected by alcohol misuse can struggle with unique challenges for the rest of their lives. Learn what to do.
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Degrees for Mental Health & Addiction Professionals: Choosing the Right Path for Your Goals
Plenty of jobs in the addiction medicine profession are waiting for you. Find out more.
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Depression & Substance Abuse: Risk Factors, Treatment Options & More
Depression and substance abuse are closely linked. Learn about the connection between substance misuse and depression here.
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Fire Fighters, Mental Health & Substance Misuse: Resources & More
Firefighters have hazardous, stressful jobs that some cope with by using drugs. Find out how addiction might develop in this community.
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Gaming Addiction: Signs, Causes & Treatment
Gaming addiction can cause physical and mental suffering. Quitting isn't easy, but treatment can help. Find out how it works here.
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The 3 Stages of Relapse: How to Spot Early Warning Signs and How to Prevent Relapse
Mental Health Opioids RelapseHeritability of Drug and Alcohol Use Disorders
Addiction can be heritable, but there are just as many environmental factors at play. Learn about the science behind drug and alcohol addiction.
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