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Even though it’s a situation that has been going on for about a year now, it’s important to consider how the pandemic may be impacting your life and any addictions you may or may not be aware you have because of it. The pandemic is practically an on-going chronic stressor that nearly everyone continues to […]
Rates of tobacco, alcohol, and drug abuse are all higher in the LGBTQ+ community than among heterosexual-identifying individuals. Members of these minority groups often experience hardship related to their sexual orientation and gender identity, in addition to the difficulties of everyday life that we all face. The lack of representation in the medical field leaves […]
Representations of alcohol and drug addiction in movies and television shows are primary methods of disseminating addiction-related information to populations unaffected by substance use disorder (SUD). While some filmmakers endeavor to exploit addiction, utilizing the condition as a means to increase drama or progress a plot, others choose to depict alcohol or drug abuse with […]
Developing a substance use disorder (SUD) can hinder plans to finish high school, college, or graduate school. Yet, the high-stress environment of an academic institution may be one of the underlying causes of the SUD. High School Students and SUD Alcohol and drug use and abuse are prevalent on high school campuses due to increased […]
Insecure attachment tends to be linked to addictive behaviors. However, the mechanism of how insecure attachment leads to addictive behavior remains unknown. A new study in the journal of Addictive Behaviors shows that emotional dysregulation intervenes between the relationship of insecure attachment with substance abuse and behavioral dependencies. Attachment, Emotional Dysregulation, and Addictive Behaviors Emotional […]
Movies and television shows often suggest that drinking is a normal part of college life. Unfortunately, this leads many students to feel like they have to drink to have a true college experience. Rutgers University recently did a study that was published in Scientific America about how universities can take on a new approach to […]
People tend to use drugs as a way to mask their feelings. They want to appear tough and numb when they are bullied so they engage in drug use. By identifying the emotional tolls of bullying and speaking to a mental health specialist, you will discover that there are healthier ways of dealing with your […]
Alcoholics Anonymous has been effective in making sure that everyone with alcoholism gets together and shares their stories. Then, there are some people that need a different approach to treat their alcoholism. If you feel like Alcoholics Anonymous is not working well for you, it is important to keep an open mind to the many […]
How Personality Traits and Stress Levels May Predict Co-occurring Disorders and Aid in Treatment Drug and alcohol abuse and mental health disorders often go hand in hand. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), “Many individuals who develop mental health disorders are also diagnosed with substance use disorders and visa versa.” One of […]
As more states move to legalize marijuana, the use of the drug is skyrocketing, especially among teens. Health benefits have been associated with the drug, with evidence that it can help with serious medical issues ranging from cancer to epilepsy. However, many questions remain about the drug and it’s safety as there are some serious […]
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