Effects of Addiction

Meth is an extremely addictive and dangerous drug. Learn more about the devastating effects it has on the mind and body.

Alcoholism kills, but why is alcohol killing more young people than every before?

Xanax is the 5th most prescrived drug in the US. Learn about the effects it can have on the mind and body.

Whether you realize it or not, addiction may be impacting your workplace. Learn how you can recognize if an employee is struggling with addiction and how you can help create a safer work environment.

It is no secret that alcohol is damaging to your health, but you may surprised to learn just how much it can affect your mind and body. Here are 10 common side effects of alcohol consumption.

Recognizing that your loved one is struggling with addiction can be difficult. After all, those in active addiction go to great lengths to hide their substance use from those around them. Learn how to recognize the signs, common ways individuals hide their addiction, and why.

Long-term alcohol use has a tremendous impact on your health. Learn more about how alcohol affects your body.

While many see substance abuse as a choice, addiction is a chronic disease that impacts a large portion of society. Learn how this disease impacts the brain and what you can do to help.

Alcohol is a danger in itself but can be especially lethal when mixed with certain drugs. Learn about drug and alcohol combinations to avoid at all costs.

A recently published study has revealed that alcohol can permanently damage stem cell DNA and increase cancer risk. While the connection between alcohol and cancer is not new, this study has shown that it can lead to an increased risk in developed seven different types of cancer, including breast and bowel.

The legalization of marijuana has reduced the stigma around it. Learn more about the risks marijuana use still poses, including a painful condition called CHS.

Explore this compilation of blog posts to uncover facts about addiction and determine whether you are struggling with substance abuse.