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We’re lonely.That is, Americans are lonely, especially younger generations, says Cigna’s 2018 U.S. Loneliness Index. It’s no surprise that being lonely has detrimental effects on…

How do you picture a heroin user? Once thought to be a drug strictly abused by artists, musicians and the down-and-out, the image of this…

Many people view drug or alcohol use, misuse, or addiction as a moral failing or weakness, but this simply isn’t true. Regardless, recent medical advances…

Considering How Heroin Affects the Brain Can Help Drug Abuse RehabAs an opioid drug derived from morphine, heroin is a highly addictive substance that can…

It’s easy to make a plan. To say, “I’m going to go to the gym three to five times a week, and work out for…

Our Addictions Recovery Centers Can HelpAs a social worker who works with active and recovering patients dealing with a substance- abuse disorder, you’ve probably been…

February is just around the corner. The cold wind is biting, snow is always a threat, everyone is counting down the days until spring. Your…

As is the case with substance use disorders (SUDs), you can’t simply “judge a book by its cover” if you suspect a loved one is…

When a Twelve-Step group such as AA, Al-Anon, or NA brings out a huge frosted layer cake to celebrate someone’s recovery anniversary, most people will…