Alcohol use disorder (AUD), often referred to as alcoholism, is a medical condition involving heavy or frequent alcohol consumption that is out of control. Regular and long-term drinking can have many health risks and may cause problems in daily life, such as at work or with family and friends. Luckily, plenty of effective treatment programs … Read more
With the Fourth of July just around the corner, millions of Americans will be able to gather with family members and friends for a day of celebration. People celebrate this time of the year mainly with barbecues, fireworks, American flags, and alcohol. Independence Day is a joyous and patriotic holiday, but getting through the holiday … Read more
How to Safely Drink on Zoloft? Sertraline is sold as an antidepressant medication known as Zoloft that is commonly used to treat mental health conditions such as major depressive disorder. It is a prescription drug that belongs to a class of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Other medications that fall under this class … Read more
What is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid to treat patients experiencing severe pain after surgery, those who suffer chronic pain, and according to the CDC, advanced cancer pain. It is similar to the opiate morphine but 100 times more potent. Fentanyl is also commonly made and used illegally in the United States. In this … Read more
PTSD treatment can help individuals who have gone through a traumatic experience properly access their trauma and learn how to cope and respond to situations in the future. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition from experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Military combat, car crashes, natural disasters, and sexual assault are a … Read more
According to American Addiction Centers, approximately 13.6 million American adults aged 26 and older have a substance use disorder. Of these, 12 to 34 percent have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Traumatic experiences can leave psychological and physical damage, making you more likely to turn to mood-altering substances for relief from symptoms. By treating posttraumatic stress … Read more
