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Drugs and Depression: What to Know Posted on October 12, 2018 12:13 pm PDT

It can be hard to know if you have depression—is it just a bad day, or several? Do your moods shift quickly, or are they...

Tips on Preventing and Treating Prescription Abuse Posted on September 18, 2018 9:17 am PDT

More than six million people in American households abuse prescription drugs.1 Most of those drugs are acquired through friends, family members, or even fraudulent prescriptions....

Thriving in Sobriety: How to Stay on the Right Path Posted on September 14, 2018 10:41 am PDT

The road to recovery is a long and winding journey, one that takes heart, courage, and diligence. Searching for new ways to enjoy life and...

Legitimate or Dependent? School and Adderall Abuse Posted on September 11, 2018 9:14 am PDT

Like all prescription medications, Adderall has a legitimate and important use. For those with ADHD, Adderall can provide the focus that is so often missing...

Can Creative Therapies Really Help You Recover from Addiction? Posted on August 29, 2018 12:41 pm PDT

If you are recovering from drug or alcohol addiction, you may be surprised to learn that the process can involve more than just traditional treatments....

The Consequences of a Xanax Addiction Posted on August 18, 2018 12:15 pm PDT

With typical drug usage, tolerance usually takes around six months of use. However, because of the mental and physical side effects of Xanax, it's very...