The DSM-5 is a diagnostic manual used by medical and mental health professionals. It lays out specific criteria for identifying Substance Use Disorders, helping replace shame and guesswork with clarity and direction. Having language for
Entering an addiction treatment program can put you on the path toward a much healthier and more hopeful future. But that doesn’t mean it’s always an easy decision. On common concern involves how much your
Fatigue is an extremely common, but often overlooked, effect of alcohol withdrawal. Sometimes referred to as alcohol withdrawal lethargy, this symptom can be quite disruptive, and may persist long after most other symptoms have subsided.
Valium can be both a beneficial prescription medication and a dangerous, addictive drug. People who misuse this substance risk considerable harm, including serious medical problems, addiction, overdose, and death. When you know how to recognize
When used as directed for a legitimate medical or mental health concern, Klonopin can be extremely beneficial. When it is misused, either in an attempt to self-medicate or for recreational purposes, the outcomes can include
Quitting alcohol cold turkey means that you stop drinking abruptly and without professional help. While the continued presence of alcohol in your system can put you at risk for an array of serious medical concerns,
Discussions of hangovers typically focus on relatively common symptoms such as headache, dry mouth, dizziness, and nausea. But what does it mean of you also experience uncontrollable shakiness after a night of heavy alcohol use?
An intense hangover may make you feel like you have been poisoned – but as we discuss in today’s post, there are important differences between alcohol poisoning vs. hangovers. The Difference Between Alcohol Poisoning vs.
Knowing how to help someone with anorexia isn’t easy. You can’t take away their pain, but you can play an important role in keeping them safe, providing emotional support, and helping them find the treatment
What is a mental health crisis? Would you know if you were having one? Could you spot the warning signs in someone else? Knowing how to identify and respond to a mental health crisis can
