If you’ve wanted to stop using drugs or alcohol but haven’t been able to, it’s never too late to seek help. Alcohol consumption among older adults in the U.S. has grown steadily over the past couple of decades. By 2020, roughly 5.7 million American adults over the age of 50 are projected to suffer from substance…
If you’ve ever wondered if depression is the source of an addiction for you or a loved one, you’re not alone. Statistics show that drug and alcohol addiction is more prevalent among people with depression. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, people with anxiety disorders are two to three times more likely to have…
While medical advancements have enabled us to manage, treat and prevent HIV, it still is a massive health crisis, especially among the LGBTQ community. Many of the factors that fuel the spread of HIV among this community are the same ones that make them vulnerable to alcohol and drugs. Here’s a closer look at the problem,…
More than 83% of millennials consider themselves to be in good or excellent health, according to a 2018 study by AmeriSpeak.The millennial generation has a reputation for taking mental health days and doing everything necessary to take care of their mental health. In spite of all this work, studies have shown 35-year-old millennials are experiencing a…
Children who grow up with one or more addicted parents may not be sure how they can help. Remember, there are several rehabilitation programs that specialize in treating parents with substance abuse disorders. If you are dealing with an addicted parent or parents at home, there is help available. Drug Addicted Parents and Their Effects on Children Regardless…
An addictive personality refers to a group of personality traits that predispose a person to develop addictions. These addictions can range from excessive shopping or gambling to obsessions with video games or comfort eating, as well as drug or alcohol addictions What Causes an Addictive Personality? One specific personality type does not automatically lead to…
The power of documentaries comes from their ability to combine realism and storytelling in a way that reaches the viewer in a meaningful way. Maybe you know someone who has suffered from addiction or you’ve experienced addiction of some kind at some point in your life. No matter what happened in your past or what…
Members of Greek organizations have a reputation for excessive drug and alcohol use. According to a Harvard University study, four out of every five sorority or fraternity members are binge drinkers, compared to two out of five college students that are not affiliated with a Greek organization. To understand how an increase in substance abuse…
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately one million people die each year from suicide. It’s predicted that by 2020, the rate of suicide will increase to one death every 20 seconds. People with addictions are at an increased risk of committing suicide. Sometimes, this risk is overlooked because family, friends and health care providers are…
Addictions are compulsive behaviors toward a substance or activity that induces pleasure or some form of gratification. Addiction goes beyond drugs and alcohol. Activities such as excessive shopping, video gaming, sex and gambling can also qualify as addictions. An addiction is more than just a bad habit — it is a medical condition that requires…