Both legal and illicit drugs can lead to addiction if they're misused or abused. Learn more about specific drugs, drug withdrawal, and substance abuse disorders.
The LGBTQIA+ community faces significant barriers to addiction treatment, including higher rates of substance use due to minority stress, systemic roadblocks within the healthcare system, and pervasive stigma and discrimination. These challenges are compounded by a lack of culturally competent care, issues within traditional recovery support, and financial and geographic limitations. Despite these obstacles, there […]
Cocaine use is on the rise globally due to increased production and supply, economic factors like affordability, and the normalization of drug use through social media and pop culture. Demographic shifts show higher use among young adults and those with less education, while pandemic-related stress and improved cocaine purity also contribute to this trend. Understanding […]
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) and addiction are strongly linked, as underlying insecurities and emotional dysregulation in narcissistic individuals often lead to substance abuse as a coping mechanism. Both vulnerable and grandiose narcissism can contribute to addictive behaviors, with vulnerable narcissists seeking to self-medicate negative emotions and grandiose narcissists using substances to maintain their inflated self-image. […]
Key Takeaways: Secret addiction affects millions of Americans, with only a small percentage receiving necessary help due to shame and fear of exposure. Innovative solutions, such as outpatient programs and telemedicine, are emerging to provide flexible and discreet pathways to recovery. Overcoming shame and building trust are crucial steps in healing, and future trends such […]
The opioid epidemic and crisis keeps getting worse – but what are doctors doing about the problem? Learn how new guidelines are cracking down on prescription abuse.
Symptoms of drug withdrawal are difficult, and those who need addiction treatment may avoid help out of fear. Learn what to expect and how to treat drug withdrawal here.
Kratom use is surging in the US. People are seeking out the drug for its calming and stimulating effects, but they are also unaware of the harmful side effects and risk of addiction.
