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The Obsession with Beauty and How it is Linked to Depression in Teens
Barbie dolls, GI Joe dolls and Victoria Secret’s lingerie angels are just a few icons that have shaped the way young…
Read MoreThe Ups and Downs of Drug Treatment Coverage in the United States
“Courtney Griffin was addicted to heroin and ready to get help. She packed up her things, and her mom drove her…
Read MoreOverview of Stimulants
Stimulants or “uppers” are chemicals that induce feelings of euphoria, a racing heartbeat and alertness in the body. These substances can…
Read MoreThe Dangerous Side of Sleep Aids
There is three basic types of sleep disorders: those that cause insomnia, those that cause fatigue during the day, and those…
Read MoreDebunking Common Addiction Treatment Myths
Addiction is defined by the inability to abstain from a drug craving or unhealthy behavior, which results in biological and psychological…
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Common Street Drugs That You Probably Have Never Heard of
Drug abuse has plagued the American continent since the 1800s, when morphine, heroin and cocaine were hailed for their amazing curative…
Read MoreNational Prevention Week for Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Mental health disorders and substance abuse disorder affect millions of people in the United States each year. These disorders are often…
Read MoreHow to Spot Mental Health Red Flags
Teen Angst vs. Teen Anxiety: How to Spot Mental Health Red Flags Worried about the emotional state of your teen or…
Read MoreHow to Avoid a Relapse in Recovery From a Mental Health Disorder
How to Avoid a Relapse in Recovery From a Mental Health Disorder “Is relapse a normal part of recovery? What can…
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Changing Your Brain and Mental Health Disorder
Can you rewire your brain? Studies on the plasticity of the brain show it can be much more resilient than previously…
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