Ghosts, ghouls, and goblins are gathering as spooky nights and creepy costumes are pegged squarely in our sights! It’s almost Halloween, and party plans are in full swing. You’re counting down the days to dressing up, but there’s more at stake on this spook fest than good old-fashioned tricks and … [Read more...] aboutHow to Have an Alcohol Free Halloween
Are Over-the-Counter Drugs Addictive?
The flu, the common cold, a tummy ache, allergies—anyone suffering from these common ails can find relief at their local pharmacy. From symptom masking cold medicines to anti-acids and histamines, it’s a fair assumption that you have an over-the-counter drug in your medicine cabinet or on your … [Read more...] aboutAre Over-the-Counter Drugs Addictive?
Negative to Positive: How to Counsel Depressed Substance Users
Substance abuse counselors face unique challenges, one of which is how to counsel a depressed substance user. Rooting out abusive habits, addressing addiction and dependency, and coming out on top is tough. Some struggle more than others, especially when depression becomes a factor of … [Read more...] aboutNegative to Positive: How to Counsel Depressed Substance Users
Xanax Addiction: Signs and Symptoms
Xanax is a prescription drug most commonly used to help manage anxiety, panic, and sleep disorders. Its relaxing effects are the result of suppressing the central nervous system’s inhibitory receptors, which decreases the elevated anticipation in the brain that leads to anxiety. Following a … [Read more...] aboutXanax Addiction: Signs and Symptoms
