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Category Archives: Addiction
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The good news is new research from Texas State University says that more than a quarter of young adults are not drinking at all. The bad news is […]
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Percocet is a medication prescribed for pain relief. If you take this mix of oxycodone and acetaminophen in large amounts and combine it with alcohol, the acetaminophen in […]
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There are many side effects when you are addicted to drugs like nausea, mood changes, aggression, lack of sleep, loss of coordination, and more. The way a person’s […]
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Just recently, Measure 110 of the Drug Decriminalization and Addiction Treatment Initiative was approved, making the punishment of non-commercial possession of a controlled substance a maximum fine of […]
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Reality TV is thought to be a documentation of real-life events. However, these shows are actually staged, with production teams writing in drama and conflict to increase show […]
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Co-occurring disorders are not uncommon among those that have struggled with addiction. Often, individuals use drugs or alcohol to cope with symptoms of a co-occurring mental health disorder. […]
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Individuals that struggle with mental health disorders such as anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) often have intrusive thoughts. When these individuals are in recovery, […]
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There is always a risk of relapse occurring, even if it has been years since you last touched an addictive drug. “Parenthood” actor Dax Shepard first became addicted […]
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Abusing drugs like cocaine can ruin neural pathways in the brain, resulting in cravings, or the desire to repeatedly use the drug. Even though neural pathways are always […]
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Addiction is known to cause several problems within your own life, but what you may not realize during active addiction is how it has affected the ones you […]
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Alcoholism can affect anyone, but it is more common amongst men. Why is this? New studies have gleamed new light into understanding why men are more likely to […]
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Ever since the popularity of marijuana in the United States began in the 1960s, the THC levels have been ever increasing. However, they have been exponentially increasing since […]
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Knowing what to say when someone has lost a loved one to addiction can be difficult. Even though what you say to that person may not make the […]
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Misinformation about illicit drugs has drastically increased in the social media space. With so many new and life-threatening drugs becoming available on the streets, there is an increased […]
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Smoking cigarettes can be an unhealthy habit and often becomes an addiction in itself. Unfortunately, many negative conditions can develop as a result, including poor heart and lung […]
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Change can be challenging for anyone. Starting a new activity or moving to an unfamiliar environment requires a lot of emotional energy. Pushing yourself out of your comfort […]
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Nurse Kristin Waite-Labott would have her co-workers cover for her when she stole fentanyl and morphine from her hospital’s medical supply cabinets. She eventually lost her job and […]
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The word “addict” has been around since the 1500s and comes from the Latin word “addictus,” meaning “assigned, surrendered.” The way we talk about addiction is changing, which […]
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Due to the rise of COVID-19, you probably won’t be able to see friends and family face-to-face for the holidays this year. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t […]
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Having an everyday schedule for yourself is a great tool to keep you focused on your journey to recovery from addiction. Having a daily schedule will give structure […]
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When you are a recovering addict it can be easy to let negative self-talk get you down. You might tell yourself that “you can’t do this” or “you’ll […]
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Life can be overwhelming, making it harder to make healthy decisions. Oftentimes, mental health issues are hard to manage when you’re under a lot of stress. When life […]
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The holidays are finally here! Whether you’ve been waiting in excitement or you’ve been quietly dreading them, you cannot stop the holiday season from arriving. The holiday season […]
Addiction, Mental Health
How Can 16 and Recovering Change How MTV Represents Addiction and Mental Illness?
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MTV was considered the first network to promote mental health awareness when they launched the campaign “Half of Us” in 2006 to decrease mental health stigma. Even though […]
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The pandemic has brought on a lot of stress to people as a result of losing people to this virus, living in social isolation, and losing a job […]
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MTV has never been a stranger to creating reality TV shows about teen struggles such as the long-running 16 and Pregnant. On September 1st, the beginning of National […]
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The “one day at a time” philosophy is taught at 12-Step meetings as a reminder to commit to staying sober each day. Because it is known that there […]
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Everyone who has been under the influence of opioid drugs has their own story to tell. Originally launched in 2017, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s “Rx […]
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During your treatment for mental health and addiction, you can benefit from taking an individualized approach to your recovery. When you find the treatment plan that works best […]
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Trauma can have an impact on your mental health. You may have difficulty in many areas of your life due to past traumatic experiences. Trauma can be from […]
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Medications may be part of your treatment program in recovery from mental illness and addiction. You may be taking medications for a variety of reasons, such as depression, […]
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Stress and anxiety can impact both your mental and physical health. You might be able to manage your feelings of stress and anxiety by tapping into your physical […]
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Treatment for mental health and addiction can involve multiple activities and approaches. Some alternatives that can supplement your treatment can be fun! Recreational therapy and other activities can […]
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Decade after decade, people have used different words to describe how alcohol makes them feel. In the 1920s, they used the term “blotto,” and people in the 1950s […]
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When we are going through rough patches in life, we may feel ashamed to ask for help. We might think that we need to get through tough times […]
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Consistency is one of the most important aspects of recovery. When we are creating new and healthy habits to change our lifestyles, we need to be consistent. When […]
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The opioid crisis is still ongoing, with thousands of people dying from overdosing on prescription medications. Walmart and Sam’s Club are aware of the problem and have therefore […]
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The fallout of the opioid crisis has already put Purdue Pharma and Insys Therapeutics into bankruptcy. Some of the nation’s biggest companies are facing uncertainty during the pandemic, […]
