Over the past year, you may have heard of something called a “BORG” related to college students. These BORGs aren’t from Star Trek – they’re “blackout rage gallons,” AKA gallon jugs of alcohol combined with water, juice, and other mixers.
Elizabeth Vargas sits down with philanthropist and author Cammie Wolf Rice. Cammie shares the heartbreaking story of her son Christopher’s fatal overdose at age 32, following an opioid prescription that led to more than a decade of addiction.
Partnership to End Addiction joined 15 other leading behavioral health organizations in applauding new rules to strengthen the enforcement of the Parity Act.
Being sober curious can mean giving up alcohol entirely, taking a break or drinking in moderation. If you or your loved one are interested in exploring your relationship with alcohol, here are some ideas to get you started.
No hay evidencia sólida de que la marihuana esté siendo mezclada con fentanilo. En este artículo explicamos las razones por las que es poco probable que gente que consume marihuana pueda sufrir los efectos del fentanilo.
By knowing how BAC is measured, the factors that affect it, and the signs of high BAC levels, people can better manage their drinking and stay within safe limits.
People with schizophrenia have a significantly higher risk of developing substance use disorder. Here, we will explore the connection between substance use disorder and schizophrenia and how you can support a loved one experiencing both conditions.
The Strengthening Our Pediatric Mental Health Workforce Act would help increase the availability and accessibility of providers trained to treat youth mental health and substance use disorders.
Ya sea que un niña o niño aún no haya probado la marihuana, haya comenzado a consumirla o la use regularmente, la orientación y la información que se encuentran aquí pueden ayudarle.
ADHD's potential link to substance use disorder is a significant concern for those diagnosed with it. Understanding this link is key to getting appropriate help sooner.
Besides recreational use, some early studies and personal reports or personal stories and experiences suggest that 5-MeO-DMT might help with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. However, further research is needed to know if it’s safe and effective, as it has been linked to deaths
An addiction hotline and an addiction helpline might sound similar, but they serve different purposes and offer unique forms of support when a loved one is using alcohol and other drugs. Understanding these differences can help you choose the best option for your situation.
La ketamina se utiliza como droga recreativa y también con fines médicos. En los últimos años, la ketamina también ha ganado popularidad como posible tratamiento para problemas de salud mental, especialmente para la depresión severa. También puede ser útil para tratar los trastornos por consumo de sustancias. Sin embargo, sus beneficios, dosis y efectos a largo plazo aún están bajo investigación.
Los estimulantes, que incluyen la cocaína, las anfetaminas y las metanfetaminas, aceleran el organismo, lo que aumenta la presión arterial y la frecuencia cardíaca. Esto puede provocar problemas de salud graves. Además, los estimulantes a menudo están presentes en personas que sufren sobredosis. Conozca cómo reducir los riesgos de su consumo.
Trauma can feel like a powerful wind, and can leave a person feeling broken and lost. When someone is hurting like that, it’s not uncommon to turn to anything that can make the pain go away, even for just a little while. That’s where substances come in.
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