Addressing a Personality Disorder during Substance Abuse Treatment

Addressing a Personality Disorder during Substance Abuse Treatment

Even in the best of circumstances, treating substance abuse issues is challenging and complex. Effective therapies must be holistic, meaning they take into account the particular circumstances and traits that may provide additional barriers to healing. One of the most common of these is mental illness. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, people…

A Look at Brain Development and Addictive Substances
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A Look at Brain Development and Addictive Substances

Underage drinking and doing drugs as a child or teen are strongly discouraged because of the negative impact addictive substances have on brain development. But just how long does it take for the brain to develop, and why are addictive substances such a danger? The University of Rochester raises a profound point in the area…

Should I Use E-Cigarettes to Quit Smoking?
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Should I Use E-Cigarettes to Quit Smoking?

E-Cigarettes, they’re tobacco free. You might have seen them pop up without even realizing it. Commonly referred to as vapes and vaping, e-cigs are taking the consumer market by storm. They’re marketed as the “safe way” to quit smoking and satisfy the need to light up, but the truth is there isn’t enough scientific evidence…