With over 150 deaths a day caused by the overdosing of synthetic opioids, many are calling for more attention to be paid to this ever growing epidemic. Opioid use disorder (OUD) is treatable but the issue is relapse, with 80% of users experiencing relapse. Many with...
What Is Regret? One of the strongest and most difficult emotions people can feel is regret. If this sensation goes unaddressed, it can have cascading negative effects on one’s life. But what exactly is regret? Simply put, it’s a mix of emotions typically encompassed...
What Is A Functional Addict? Functional addicts are incredibly prevalent in our society. According to researchers at the NIAAA, approximately 20% people with alcohol use disorder qualify as functional. For a myriad of reasons, high functioning addicts typically go...
What’s An Intervention? It can be incredibly challenging to sit idle while watching a friend or loved one struggle with substance use disorder (SUD). One of the common themes you’ll hear in recovery is, “I wasn’t ready to accept help until I hit my rock bottom.” While...
The Link Between Mental Health And Addiction The interconnectivity of mental health and addiction is incredibly profound. Many people diagnosed with mental health also struggle with addiction and vice versa. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse,...
What’s Fentanyl Over the past few years, some storylines have highlighted the increase in deaths associated with Fentanyl. If you’re wondering, “what’s Fentanyl,” look no further. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that’s 50-100 times more...