Common Emotional Triggers That Lead to Addiction
Emotions can be powerful drivers of behavior — when they go unchecked, they can lead us down a path to addiction. Substance abuse often serves as a coping mechanism for underlying emotional turmoil, providing temporary relief from feelings of stress, anxiety, depression, or loneliness. Understanding the emotional triggers that often lead to substance use is […]
How Choosing Your Friends Help Prevent Addiction
As friends, we all want to prevent addiction from entering the lives of our loved ones. But what many of us don’t realize is how much our social circles can influence our susceptibility to addiction. The people we surround ourselves with greatly impact our choices and behaviors. This blog will explore the connection between social […]
What Foods are as Addictive as Drugs?
It may be surprising to learn that food can be as addictive as drugs. But have you ever stopped to think that these cravings might be more than just a lack of willpower? Recent research suggests that there’s a surprising link between certain foods and addictive drugs. In this blog, we’ll look into the science […]
Understanding Substance Use in Midlife Adults
In this blog, we’ll talk about substance use in midlife adults, including the challenges they encounter, how to recognize the signs, and ways to cope. When you think of people who are susceptible to substance use disorders, the image of young adult men who drink heavily or dabble in drugs may come to mind. However, […]
What Causes Relapse?
You’ve likely heard of the term “relapse.” Addiction relapse is said to occur when you resume substance use while in the middle of abstaining from it. It will feel like a failure, but more than criminalizing yourself for falling into its trap, it’s better to focus on understanding your triggers. That way, you can prevent […]
