Xanax is a common, brand-name prescription medication. It is classified as a benzodiazepine or benzo and is prescribed as an anti-anxiety medication. Xanax is powerful, which in turn makes it addictive when it is misused. Typically, a Xanax addiction builds over time. This can make it harder to recognize Xanax addiction signs as they may…
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Drug addiction caused by prescription drugs is prevalent in American society, with multiple factors contributing to this problem. Despite the high number of addiction cases, the topic is not widely discussed and has some secrecy surrounding it. Unlike other aspects of healthcare, the world of addiction treatment is vague to most people. The signs of…
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Opioid addiction has various impacts on a person’s life. From finances, health, and relationships to work and career, these effects are far-reaching. Opioids are one of the most common types of substance abuse today. An addiction to opioids can involve substances from prescription painkillers to heroin to fentanyl. Any kind of addiction is serious and…
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Marijuana use has grown increasingly accepted in American culture. Both socially and legally, there has been a shift towards accepting recreational marijuana use, evidenced by the legalization of it in many states. Regardless of someone’s political inclinations, something that is often left out of discussions about marijuana is the concept of addiction. It’s often missing…
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Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a mental health condition following a traumatic experience. PTSD is a complex condition to manage for both the person with the issue and their loved ones. Learning how to help someone with PTSD is an integral part of supporting someone you care about. You are not there to solve…
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD for short, is a type of mental health disorder characterized by obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are invasive thought patterns. The compulsions are the behaviors a person engages in to alleviate the distress they feel due to the obsessions. It’s an unfortunately common joke in society that people who are particular, detail-oriented,…
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Opioid addiction remains a serious issue. It is estimated that over 2 million people suffer from opioid addiction in the United States alone. California is not immune to this epidemic. California experiences some of the highest rates of opioid prescriptions in the nation. Overdose deaths connected to opioid addiction are not going down in Orange…
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DBT is a common acronym in the mental health and substance misuse treatment world. What does DBT stand for? The abbreviation means dialectical behavior therapy, which focuses on how individuals interact with their environment and others. Dialectical behavior therapy is a cognitive-behavioral treatment approach that combines traditional talk therapy techniques with mindfulness and acceptance strategies.…
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When obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is untreated, symptoms can worsen and interfere with normal functioning. The condition is defined by a cycle of obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are unwanted thoughts or images that trigger negative feelings. Compulsions are behaviors that people engage in to alleviate the negative feelings they get from their obsessions. People who have…
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Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can wreak havoc on a person’s daily life. It can make it difficult to concentrate, complete tasks, interact with others, and even leave the house. The physical effects of anxiety can range from headaches and nausea to chest pains and rapid heart rate. Fortunately, various treatments are…
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