Addiction Disorders

Why is Alcohol Addictive?

by Addiction & Mental Health Resource | Aug 21, 2017 | Addiction Disorders, Alcohol Addiction | 0 |

Alcohol is one of the most commonly abused substances in the United States and around the world....

Recovering from Alcoholism

by David Rosen | Aug 2, 2017 | 12 Step, Addiction Disorders, Alcohol Addiction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Recovery, Treatments | 0 |

Recovery from alcoholism is a multi-faceted event, and it’s generally different for everyone to some degree. However, there are a few general aspects to recovery – especially concerning alcohol – that can be addressed.

How to Properly Address the Drug Problem in the United States

by Addiction & Mental Health Resource | Jul 12, 2017 | 12 Step, Abuse Issues, Addiction Disorders, Opioid Addiction | 0 |

For decades, drug abuse has been a major concern in the United States. In the 1960s, the primary...

Teen Mental Illness Can Lead to Substance Use and Addiction

by Jeff Nalin | Apr 7, 2017 | Addiction Disorders, Alcohol Addiction, Cannabis Addiction, Depression, Drug Addiction, Hallucinogen Addiction, Inhalant Addiction, Opioid Addiction, Other Substance Addictions, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Schizophrenia, Sedative, Hypnotic, Anxiolytic Addiction, Stimulant Addiction, Teens | 0 |

It’s not uncommon for teens with disorders such as depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder to...

Sober Houses and Reclaiming Your Life: What the Right West Coast Setting Can Do

by Westside Treatment | Dec 31, 2016 | Addiction Disorders, Alcohol Addiction, Cannabis Addiction, Drug Addiction, Hallucinogen Addiction, Inhalant Addiction, Opioid Addiction, Sedative, Hypnotic, Anxiolytic Addiction, Stimulant Addiction | 0 |

The decision to get sober and stay that way takes a lot of determination. Now that you’ve started...

If You’re In Recovery You’ll Need Resiliency to Stay Sober

by Robert Hunt | Oct 10, 2016 | Addiction Disorders, Alcohol Addiction, Caffeine Addiction, Cannabis Addiction, Drug Addiction, Gambling Addiction, Hallucinogen Addiction, Inhalant Addiction, Opioid Addiction, Other Substance Addictions, Sedative, Hypnotic, Anxiolytic Addiction, Sexual Addiction, Stimulant Addiction, Tobacco Addiction, Uncategorized | 0 |

Resiliency is the ability to bounce back when life knocks you down. Many men and women struggling...

The Many Different Types of Addictions Affecting Americans

by MHM Content | Apr 25, 2015 | Addiction Disorders, Alcohol Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Cannabis Addiction, Drug Addiction, Gambling Addiction, Hallucinogen Addiction, Inhalant Addiction, Opioid Addiction, Sedative, Hypnotic, Anxiolytic Addiction, Sexual Addiction, Stimulant Addiction, Tobacco Addiction | 0 |

Addiction is a word that’s casually thrown around by many people to describe their love of chocolate, their need to keep up-to-date on Game of Thrones, or their passion for a sport. However, many Americans actually struggle with...

How To Convince An Addict To Get Help

by Stan Popovich | Aug 30, 2014 | Addiction Disorders, Alcohol Addiction, Cannabis Addiction, Drug Addiction, Hallucinogen Addiction, Inhalant Addiction, Opioid Addiction, Sedative, Hypnotic, Anxiolytic Addiction, Stimulant Addiction | 0 |

Many people who struggle with alcohol or drugs have a difficult time getting better. There are many reasons why these people do not get the help they need to get better. Many family members who see their loved ones struggle have...

Addiction to Spending

by Margaret Paul, PhD | Mar 15, 2010 | Addiction Disorders, Recovery | 0 |

“I keep getting into more and more debt, but I can’t seem to stop. I do great for a while, and...

Addiction to Video Games

by Margaret Paul, PhD | Nov 2, 2009 | Addiction Disorders, Children, Self Esteem, Teens | 0 |

Ed consulted with me because he was concerned about his 16 year-old son. “He doesn’t have any...

Drug Addiction Treatment Options

by Gloria MacTaggart | May 7, 2009 | Addiction Disorders, Teens, Treatments | 0 |

If you’re reading an article about drug addiction treatment, chances are that you, or someone you care about, are having a drug problem and you’re trying to find out how to fix it. The problem may be new, or may have been going...

Addiction and Personality Disorders

by Sam Vaknin | May 4, 2009 | Addiction Disorders, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Personality Disorders | 0 |

A voluminous literature notwithstanding, there is little convincing empirical research about the...

Category: Addiction Disorders