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Every year, millions of people are prescribed medications they never fully use. Left unchecked, these medications often find their way into the wrong hands, contributing to the growing crisis of misuse, abuse, and addiction. Donating unused prescription drugs could be...
It’s astonishing just how much we change during recovery, and a big part of that transformation is due to allowing ourselves to be vulnerable and getting out of our comfort zone -- a combination that can have us doing things we never ever thought we would do. Many...
Alcohol’s effects on the brain go beyond short-term relaxation; it actively alters brain chemistry, especially by interacting with dopamine, a neurotransmitter linked to reward and pleasure. This interaction is key to understanding addiction and dependence on alcohol....
Reverse tolerance, also known as sensitization, is a reaction in which a person’s body becomes more sensitive to a substance over time. Instead of needing larger doses to feel effects—like with typical drug tolerance—individuals with reverse tolerance experience...
Mocktails and non-alcoholic beverages are more popular than ever, gaining a massive following from health-conscious individuals, those exploring sobriety and the "sober curious" movement. With marketing that makes these drinks appear sophisticated, stylish and...
Relapse is a common occurrence in the recovery process. Although it’s not a sign of failure or weakness it can be discouraging, leading to feelings of shame or guilt that can undermine your sense of progress. For this reason, it’s understandable that one of the...
International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is held every August 31. It started in Australia in 2001 but has expanded over the past two decades and now involves hundreds of events worldwide. IOAD seeks to remember those who’ve died from a drug overdose, raise...
Cities around the world are seeing heat records being shattered and the high temperatures have created dangerous conditions. Tires are melting on roads and, in some cases, the roads themselves are melting. Last year set a record for the number of deaths related to...
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...