ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is one of childhood's most common neurodevelopmental disorders. However, approximately 5% of adults suffer from ADHD as well (though some data reveals much higher numbers).
What Are Track Marks? Track marks are scars and areas [...]
While there are several modes of treatment for alcoholism, there is not one defining definition for alcohol recovery. “Best practices” supported by research help to shape quality alcohol recovery, and treatment programs. In general, recovery from alcoholism relies, at its foundation, on the cessation of using alcohol. Research is now looking into how people achieve and sustain remission and long-term recovery.
According to a 2019 study, 13% of women reported binge drinking at least 4 times a month, consuming more than 5 drinks per binge. Thirty-two percent “(32%) of female high school students consumed alcohol compared to 26% of male high school students. Binge drinking was more common among female than male high school students.”
An addiction, whether physical, emotional, or cognitive, is determined by losing control over one’s actions, whether through alcoholism, drug addiction, or both. People addicted crave, seek, or obsess over a thought or substance no matter the outcome of the addiction.
According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (published by the American Medical Association), co-occurring disorders include two or more substance use disorders AND mental health disorders. Any combination of illnesses can be seen as co-occurring disorders.
The impact of substance abuse does not only affect the life of the person struggling with alcohol or drug abuse. Known as a “family disease", the effects of addiction can be felt by everyone who is close to the person living with an active addiction.
What is Substance Abuse or Substance Use Disorder (SUD)? Substance [...]
What is Detox? Detoxification (detox) is the process by which [...]
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