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BPD and blackouts

BPD and Alcohol Blackouts

Reading time: 3 minBorderline personality disorder is an incredibly challenging mental health condition. The emotional intensity, impulsivity and difficulty regulating relationships can take a toll – and alcohol

cross-addiction

Cross-Addiction

Reading time: 3 minAddiction is a complex, chronic condition that affects the brain’s reward system. The underlying vulnerabilities that led to substance abuse in the first place can

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The Dangers of Pink Cocaine

Reading time: 3 minA synthetic drug known as “pink cocaine” has recently made waves in nightlife scenes across the United States. But despite its eye-catching appearance, trendy reputation

depression after drinking

Depression After Drinking

Reading time: 2 minWhile alcohol may provide temporary relief from stress or sadness, it often leaves a heavy emotional toll in its wake. Often, feeling sad, anxious or

quitting drugs cold turkey

Quitting Drugs Cold Turkey

Reading time: 2 minWhen you decide you’re ready to get sober, your first instinct might be to quit drinking or using right away. While this intention is admirable,

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Overdose Deaths Fall 27%

Reading time: 3 minThere’s encouraging news in the fight against the opioid epidemic for the first time in decades. According to provisional data from the Centers for Disease

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PTSD Flashbacks in Veterans

Reading time: 3 minFor many veterans, returning home from military service does not mean the battle is over. Long after your deployment ends, the psychological wounds of trauma

childhood PTSD

Childhood PTSD Symptoms in Adults

Reading time: 3 minJune is PTSD Awareness Month, a time to shed light on the far-reaching effects of post-traumatic stress disorder and the importance of compassionate, effective treatment.

World Happiness Index

U.S. Drops on World Happiness Index

Reading time: 3 minThe World Happiness Index is a global “scoreboard” reflecting how well countries support their citizens’ well-being. This annual report ranks nations based on factors like