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There are ways to recognize substance abuse. Those who are suffering from a substance use disorder may not admit to their own addiction or may not even be aware that they have one to begin with. Couple this with a co-occurring mental health disorder, and they can feel overwhelmed by their life experience. At American […]

Overdose deaths in the United States have increased since the start of the pandemic. There are those who have been sober for years and have relapsed. And then there are those who have been battling an active and ongoing addiction to drugs. It’s unfortunate just how much COVID and the new reality we are required […]

Relapsing is challenging enough at any time and for anyone, but it’s especially a challenge to relapse during the 2020 pandemic. While many have already been social distancing when they leave their homes and quarantining in their homes, a lockdown may feel like an added obstacle that separates us from each other and community. Some […]

How Prevalent is Addiction Among Artists? It is difficult to say exactly what percentage of artists suffer from addiction, as there is a lack of substance use prevalence data specific to artists. We can, however, get a good indication of how artists are affected by addiction by looking at the arts and entertainment industry as […]

Many use marijuana for the mind-altering effects of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a naturally occurring, psychoactive compound found in certain species of the Cannabis plant family.1 In fact, cannabis (marijuana) is one of the most widely used substances in the United States. According to the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 11.8 million young adults […]

Cocaine is an addictive drug. With repeated cocaine use, someone may develop a physiological dependence and experience an associated withdrawal syndrome if they try to stop using cocaine. Cocaine withdrawal symptoms can vary in severity between individuals depending on multiple factors.3 This page will discuss the causes and symptoms of cocaine withdrawal and treatment options […]

Cocaine addiction can be devastating for the person who uses cocaine, severely impacting their lives and relationships. Keep reading to learn more about what cocaine is, signs of cocaine use and how to tell if someone is on cocaine, signs of cocaine addiction, statistics, and how to find addiction treatment near you. Understanding Cocaine Addiction […]