When people think about addictive prescriptions, they often think about opioids like OxyContin. We don’t often hear about other prescription drugs, which are just as addictive and can be just as deadly. One such class of prescription drugs is Benzodiazepines, which treat conditions such as anxiety and seizures. Benzo drugs include various substances that we
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Importance of Community In his 2015 TEDTalk, British journalist Johann Hari offered a unique perspective on addiction. He stated the opposite of addiction wasn’t sobriety or recovery; it is connection. During the current Covid-19 pandemic, staying connected has been difficult for everyone and seems to be incredibly difficult for people in recovery from a substance
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You may think of “addiction” as a term related to drug and alcohol use, but it actually describes both substance abuse and some compulsive behaviors, including pornography consumption. Watching porn can become just as addictive as using substances, and the processes and impacts of the two kinds of addiction are very similar. In fact, they
Read moreDax Shepard is known by many as a jovial, personable actor and comedian. Starring in the hit sitcom, Parenthood, Shepard quickly became a household name, especially with his famous wife and actress, Kristen Bell. While Shepard is certainly known and recognized for his on-screen roles, he is also a beacon of hope for many revering
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September is National Recovery Month. During the month, attention and awareness are brought to substance use and those who have completed recovery successfully are celebrated. These individuals are encouraged to share their stories through various vehicles in order to shine a light on what it is like to experience addiction and highlight what it means
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