Addiction & Related Topics

For many who experience a trauma, the shock and hurt dissipates with time. Others, however, may turn to substances and develop addictions.

Co-occurring disorders, also referred to as comorbidity, occur when a person has a substance use disorder and another mental health issue.

Stress does not mix well with alcohol, but many anxious people drink anyway. Learn how stress drinking can lead to alcoholism.

Mountainside Alumni William C. discusses his journey of strength and finding inner peace after six months of sobriety.

You play a vital role in your loved one's recovery process. Learn how to help your loved one feel supported as they address and overcome their addiction.

No matter how much you try, you cannot control your loved one's addiction. Remind yourself these four things to better support them.

Recognizing the signs of benzodiazepine addiction is not always easy. These are some red flags to look out for.

There are countless misconceptions about addiction and those who struggle with it. Learn what addiction is, how to recognize it, and what you can do to help.

"Rock bottom" could be too late for someone struggling with drugs or alcohol. Learn how to recognize the signs of addiction and what you can do to get help.

Whether you realize it or not, addiction may be impacting your workplace. Learn how you can recognize if an employee is struggling with addiction and how you can help create a safer work environment.

While it is impossible to determine who will and will not become addicted, there are certain risk factors that make you more prone to addiction.

Recognizing that your loved one is struggling with addiction can be difficult. After all, those in active addiction go to great lengths to hide their substance use from those around them. Learn how to recognize the signs, common ways individuals hide their addiction, and why.