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It's common to get the "winter blues" when the temperature drops, there's less sunlight, and days become gloomy. But what happens when the sun shines bright, and you still feel depressed? That's known as summer depression or summer-onset seasonal affective disorder...
Addiction recovery is a deeply personal and vulnerable journey. In recovery, you share sensitive information about your past experiences, struggles, and sometimes things that may or may not have been legal. Since addiction treatment is a form of healthcare, there are...
Prescription drug abuse and addiction is a significant public health problem in the U.S. and the world, with millions of people misusing prescription medication every year. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), about 14.3 million people 12...
Here’s the skinny on mixing alcohol and exercise: it’s pretty much always a terrible idea. There are no good outcomes. The only thing worse than indulging in a boozy beverage before a sweat session is drinking before one. Drinking alcohol can impede hydration, hurt...
Grief and addiction may seem like unrelated conditions, but coping with the loss of a loved one can cause many people to turn to substance abuse, which can eventually escalate to a substance use disorder (SUD). When someone experiences grief-related addiction, it’s...
Imagine gaining the ability to manage cravings, navigate emotional hurdles, and make choices that support your long-term well-being. Yoga, a physical, mental, and spiritual practice with roots dating back over 2,000 years, offers a unique path to achieving this goal....
Traditionally, fentanyl is smuggled into the United States in the form of small, blue pills — a deliberate choice by illicit drug makers to mimic the appearance of prescription medications. Lately, however, the illicit drug can often be found in bright purples,...
Millions of Americans are prescribed medications daily to manage various health conditions. While these medications can be life-saving, they also pose risks if not used or disposed of properly. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) organizes National Prescription...
Every April, many communities observe Alcohol Awareness Month, an annual initiative for raising awareness about alcohol consumption and alcohol use disorder (AUD). This month serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding alcohol use in general, the potential...
Today’s seniors are drastically different from those of generations past. They’re living longer, more active, and independent lives (older adults are projected to account for 57% of labor force growth between 2022 and 2032) [4]. They’re also struggling with alarming...