For most people, moderate drinking won’t cause serious problems. However, consuming too much alcohol can wreak havoc on your life. Here’s what you should know about excessive drinking and how..
Some people find Lent to be a great opportunity to practice sobriety. But many who give up substance use during this period can find it difficult to carry the practice..
“Tranq dope” is a street name for opioids laced with xylazine, an animal tranquilizer. If someone is mixing xylazine with an opioid, it’s usually with heroin or fentanyl. “Tranq dope”..
Alcoholism is a major public health concern in the United States. Even so, there are many myths and misconceptions about this form of substance use disorder. This is why the..
Mental health is just as important as physical health. Although improving your mental health takes time and energy, it’s easier than most people think. To get started, adopt these daily..
An intentional or accidental drug overdose results from consuming high doses of illicit or legal drugs. In any case, recognizing the signs of an overdose can mean the difference between..
Like many other diseases, drug addiction (also called substance use disorder) is treatable. Drug rehab programs across the country offer inpatient and outpatient care to promote long-term recovery. Unfortunately, many..
Many people view drinking alcohol as a relatively harmless way to relax, socialize, or celebrate. In fact, in the United States, about 85% of adults have consumed alcohol at some..
St. Patrick’s Day is one of the deadliest nights of the year for drivers and pedestrians as the rate of alcohol consumption is significantly increased. In 2019, drunk driving accidents..
Fentanyl and methamphetamine (meth) are extremely powerful synthetic drugs. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), they’re responsible for a large majority of drug overdose deaths among..
