Taking over the counter drugs to alleviate pain is an age old practice, the most common choices being Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen (Tylenol), and Aspirin. So long as they’re not consumed in excess or with alcohol, these three are perfectly safe. The only people who need be on their guard are pregnant women. While generally safer for…
The New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) conducted a survey reported on in 2012. The data collected showed that 10 percent of U.S. adults were in recovery from substance abuse or addiction, and more than 23 million once had a drug or alcohol problem, but they recovered. Do all individuals…
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) has been around for as long as human beings, but we’ve only just begun to get a grasp on its true nature and effects in the past 100 years. PTSD is a dangerous anxiety disorder that occurs after a life-threatening or traumatic event. Common symptoms include trouble sleeping, jumping at small…
After an exhausting day, few things are worse than lying in bed wide awake or waking in a cold sweat because some unwelcome monster of the night invaded your dream space. Is there a connection between substance addiction and sleep disorders like insomnia and nightmares? The answer might surprise you. Insomnia is the inability to…