Substance use disorders can lead you to act in ways that are uncharacteristic of your typical behavior. You may even hurt the people you care…
The opioid crisis is a persistent and growing problem in the United States and refers to the misuse of opioids, including prescription painkillers and heroin.…
According to the National Institutes of Health, men are more likely to abuse illicit drugs and alcohol than women. As such, substance abuse in men…
Addiction is a pervasive issue affecting all areas of life, including the workplace. Recognizing and addressing addiction in the workplace can be challenging, but it’s…
In the United States, millions of people are impacted by opioid addiction every day. An opioid substance use disorder can be dangerous, but so can…
According to the National Institutes of Health, 1.6 million people in the United States have a methamphetamine use disorder. Crystal meth is one of the…
Heroin is an addictive, illegal drug that belongs to the opioid family. It is derived from morphine, a naturally occurring substance extracted from the seed…
In the aftermath of trauma, you may feel less like yourself. As noted in chapter three of Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services, trauma can influence the way…
Most people will experience some form of trauma in their life. Whether the traumatic event happens to you or someone you love, traumatic events are…
According to an article from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 7.7 million adults in the United States have co-occurring mental health and substance…