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Adderall is a medication commonly used in treating attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is classified as a stimulant and works to focus attention and control impulsive behaviors. Adderall’s other common use is in treating narcolepsy, which is a sleep disorder.[...]
New Year's resolutions start long before the New Year for those in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. The year's biggest party night is filled with triggers that can derail your recovery efforts. How you look back on the last[...]
Overcoming addiction involves holistic methods and support that address a person’s full range of needs. One primary component of addiction treatment is addiction counseling, which is a form of individual therapy. Addiction counseling helps people struggling with addiction in multiple[...]
Seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is a mental health condition in which a person is depressed due to the change in seasons. For most people, the winter season or holiday season triggers seasonal depression, which, in[...]
Heroin overdose is a life-threatening situation that results from taking too much heroin or mixing multiple forms of drugs with heroin present. It can seem like a fine line between someone being very high and that same person experiencing an[...]
The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and celebration. For people in recovery, however, the holidays can be a time of stress and anxiety. The holidays are a busy, often hectic, time for many people. Dealing with[...]
Painkiller abuse has become increasingly common in recent years as the opioid epidemic has spread across the nation. It can be hard to recognize when a loved one is engaging in opiate abuse. Keeping an eye out for the most[...]
Codependency describes an unhealthy relationship where one person depends on another and that other person in turn feels the need to be depended upon. A codependent relationship goes beyond clinginess or the amount of a time a couple spends together.[...]
Opioids are a class of drug commonly prescribed for pain relief. The category includes prescriptions like oxycodone, morphine, and fentanyl alongside the illicit drug heroin. Their use in pain management means they are applied following major surgery, in response to[...]
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid. It's similar to morphine, though much stronger. Also like morphine, its main medical use is to alleviate strong pain following intensive surgery. Medical professionals use fentanyl to address chronic pain in people who naturally tolerate[...]