Eating Disorders and Addiction: Overlapping Challenges
Eating disorders and addiction are two conditions that carry immense weight on an individual’s physical health, mental wellbeing, and quality of life. On the surface, they may seem unrelated. One focuses on food, weight, and body image, while the other centers on alcohol, drugs, or compulsive behaviors. Yet when we look closer, the overlap is […]
Understanding Anxiety Disorders and Substance Use
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges worldwide, affecting millions of people across all age groups. At the same time, substance use disorders continue to rise, with alcohol, opioids, stimulants, and sedatives leading the list of concerns. What many people do not realize is how often anxiety disorders and substance use occur […]
Depression and Addiction: Why They Often Occur Together
Addiction is rarely a standalone issue. For many people, it is deeply intertwined with mental health conditions, especially depression. Studies show that individuals with substance use disorders are twice as likely to experience depression compared to the general population. At the same time, people with depression are more vulnerable to developing addiction. This connection is […]
Cannabis Use Disorder: When Does Weed Become a Problem?
Cannabis has long been a subject of debate in the United States and around the world. For some, it is seen as a harmless recreational drug, even a natural remedy for pain, anxiety, or insomnia. For others, it represents a gateway to addiction or a substance that carries risks that society downplays. With more states […]
Prescription Stimulant Misuse: Warning Signs and Support
Prescription stimulants are medications commonly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and certain sleep disorders. Drugs such as Adderall, Ritalin, Concerta, and Dexedrine are prescribed to help people focus, improve alertness, and regulate energy levels. When used correctly under medical supervision, they can make a profound difference in people’s lives. However, when misused, these […]
Understanding Tolerance, Dependence, and Addiction: What’s the Difference?
When people talk about substance use, they often use terms like tolerance, dependence, and addiction as if they mean the same thing. But in reality, these words describe different stages and processes in how the body and brain respond to drugs or alcohol. Knowing the difference matters. Misunderstanding them can lead to confusion, stigma, or […]
The Science of Cravings: Why They Happen and How to Cope
Cravings can feel overwhelming. Anyone who has ever tried to cut back on sugar, caffeine, alcohol, or nicotine knows what it feels like to suddenly want something with an intensity that seems to take over the body and mind. For people in addiction recovery, cravings are not just passing desires; they can be powerful triggers […]
Psilocybin vs Traditional Medications: What’s the Difference?
For decades, traditional psychiatric medications—antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, antipsychotics—have been the front line of treatment for mental health conditions. These medications have helped millions manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other disorders. But for many people, traditional treatments fall short. Side effects, emotional numbness, and incomplete relief leave patients asking a tough question: Isn’t […]
Drug Interactions with Methadone: What to Avoid
Methadone is a vital tool in the fight against opioid use disorder (OUD). As one of the most widely prescribed medications for long-term recovery, methadone helps reduce cravings, suppress withdrawal symptoms, and block the euphoric effects of opioids like heroin and fentanyl. It allows people to stabilize, regain control, and rebuild their lives. But methadone […]
Why Does Methadone Make You Sleepy? What You Need to Know
Methadone has helped millions of people reclaim their lives from the grips of opioid addiction. As one of the longest-standing and most effective treatments for opioid use disorder (OUD), methadone reduces cravings, blocks withdrawal, and helps patients achieve the stability needed for long-term recovery. But like all medications, methadone comes with side effects—and one of […]
