As we enter this new decade, expect to hear the term Artificial Intelligence (or AI) much more frequently. Machine learning, as it’s also called, will soon be used to automate the way we live our lives. It certainly removes the margin for human error and, interestingly enough, may soon be implemented in curbing national addictions. The Vox tech […]
When you feel like you’ve lost someone you love to the clutches of addiction, it can cause issues in your life and bring up various difficult emotions that can be very hard to manage. It’s normal to feel resentment and mourn the loss of the person you once knew — but rest assured, they can […]
Keeping an eye on recovery-related news items, we often find ourselves drawn to research stories and industry headlines. But opinion pieces do catch our eye as well, especially when they come from respected journalists. This past week, noted New York Times writer Nancy Wartik authored a personal and informative story on alcoholism titled, “What Does […]
We have often discussed the terrible repercussions an addiction can have on children within a household. They, of course, are victims of this terrible disease as well and undergo a great deal emotional trauma seeing their parent (or parents) suffer. To that point, we thought it would be helpful to share some effective coping tips […]
Substance use disorders cause a host of changes and difficulties for the person suffering from the disease of addiction, as well as those closest to them. Substance abuse can greatly impact the physical and mental health of the addicted person, their loved ones and family members. Whether you’ve just discovered that your husband or wife […]
Neither drug addiction or alcohol addiction discriminates based on gender or socioeconomic status. However, people from different backgrounds do turn to substance use for distinct reasons. What drives men and women to abuse drugs or alcohol is incredibly different, and the most effective treatment center should target your specific needs. It’s also true that people […]
If you’ve chosen to begin rehab and start making the changes necessary to regain control over your life, you should be proud. It’s not an easy decision to make, especially if you’re struggling against the confines of addiction. This disease takes over your mind, and it becomes incredibly hard to prioritize anything else apart from […]
We have all heard that the urge to use may increase during the holiday season. But if true, what is the real root of that problem? One prominent neuroscientist believes it all harkens back to loneliness and the idea of being isolated during a meaningful time of the year. Seeing how a scientist is saying […]
Alcohol use disorders affect each individual differently. They range from mild to severe and require specialized treatment that takes into account your unique background and circumstances. If you need alcohol to feel normal, it’s likely you’ve developed physical dependence. This isn’t the same as addiction, but the two go hand in hand. In case of […]