Am I an alcoholic? The question predates introducing the term “alcoholic” into the English language. Human beings have been drinking alcohol for thousands of years. And almost assuredly, alcohol addiction is nearly just as old. Alcohol use disorder, or alcoholism, as it’s commonly known, has been with humans nearly as long as anything else. However, …
Explaining substance use disorders and treatment to children can be difficult. Whether you’re a parent or a teacher or or another adult in the life of a child, it’s sometimes hard to know what to say and how much to say. This guide will give you some valuable insight as well as ideas on how …
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More than ½ of all those who are diagnosed with some sort of substance use disorder also report they have mental health issues. In addition, the majority of those who have a mental health disorder diagnosis report abusing alcohol and/or drugs to cope with or handle those issues. If you or someone you know have …
If there’s one thing we don’t like at Harmony Health Group, it’s a bully. Those that try to push others around, to hurt others, to kick people when they’re down are some of the most challenging people in the world. How Can Bullying Affect Your Mental Health Bullying is hurtful and can leave lasting marks …
September is National Drug & Alcohol Addiction Recovery Month. The purpose of this month is to increase the understanding of substance use and mental health disorders, increase awareness of these disorders and diseases and to celebrate those who are in recovery. Whether you or a loved one are struggling with a drug and/or alcohol addiction …
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When someone has a mental health disorder and an addiction to alcohol or drugs, it is known as a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder. Dealing with one of these issues on its own can be tough enough, but having to deal with both a mental health disorder and an addiction, can be extremely difficult. There …
Lying and addiction go hand in hand. Nearly everyone with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) tells lies.
Benzodiazepines are sedatives. Usually, doctors will prescribe these short-term.
here are people all around the country that are suffering from benzodiazepine addiction.
enzodiazepines can cause some dangerous and serious side effects.
