Addiction is a chronic and relapsing disease, which is characterized by drug-seeking behaviors. These compulsive behaviors continue to persist despite dangerous consequences. Furthermore, addiction leads to permanent changes […]
Monthly Archives: April 2020
Clinically reviewed by: Gabe Dunn, LCSW
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Addiction, Recovery
Competitive Attitudes Influence Drug Use While Apathetic Attitudes Are Protective Factors
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Apr
Apr
A new study recognizes that competitive and hostile people are more likely to use drugs or alcohol. Engaging in substance use depends upon risk factors like past life […]
Addiction, Treatment
Treating Compulsive Drinking: Why is Moderating Drinking Difficult for Some People and Not Others?
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Apr
Apr
A specific circuit in the brain may be able to be targeted to treat compulsive drinking habits, according to research. The journal of Biological Psychiatry reported that there […]
Addiction, Mental Health
Not All Grief Involves Death: Grieving the Loss of a Significant Relationship
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Apr
Apr
Most studies of grief focus on dealing with loss due to death and leave out grief experienced due to the loss of significant relationships. However, divorce, breakups, and […]
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Apr
Apr
A study done by the University of Bristol and published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence found a relationship between the diagnosis of a generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) at […]
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Apr
Apr
People who endure traumatic events can experience issues when something in their environment triggers distressing memories associated with the event and their connected thoughts and emotions to these […]
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Apr
Apr
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, is a complicated and multifaceted mental health condition. It is not […]
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Apr
Apr
Veterans are a population of Americans at risk for substance use disorders (SUDs) due to their substantial susceptibility to having chronic pain and psychological issues. More than 50% […]
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Apr
Apr
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognizes how journaling positively impacts one’s health. Journaling helps people in a variety of ways, including keeping a food and […]
Mental Health, Recovery
How Can Finding a Career and Financial Success Cause Stress in Early Recovery?
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Apr
Apr
Employment is a goal for everyone in society. We want to contribute, to earn a living, and to be successful. However, during early recovery, finding employment, maintaining a […]
