Drug Addiction

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.

Addressing mental health concerns is an important part of addiction treatment. Lisa Westerson, Assistant Clinical Director at Mountainside treatment center, shares common signs of mental illness and what you should do if you recognize these signs.

Many underestimate the dangers of benzodiazepines such as Xanax. Learn how these prescription drugs contribute to addiction and the rising number of overdoses.

Watching a loved one struggle with alcoholism is difficult but speaking with them about it can be just as tough. Learn how an app is making this talk easier.

Addiction can impact anyone, but social and physiological factors lead to gender-specific concerns. Learn how substance abuse affects men and women.

The reality is that deadly drugs like Fentanyl and heroin are making their way into homes all over the country, homes just like yours.

91 Americans die every day from an opioid overdose. Naloxone can help. Learn more about this life saving medicine in this short video.

People suffering from a substance abuse disorder have varied reasons for avoiding treatment, but the most significant factors are denial, fear, and shame.

Despite its success rate, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), is still considered controversial in the field of addiction treatment. Some believe that treating addiction with medications such as Suboxone simply replaces one addiction with another.

Addiction takes a tremendous toll on the body. Learn what you can do to start the healing, break free from addiction, and regain control over your life.

There are currently 25 million adults in the US struggling with addiction. If your parent needs help, here are important steps you can take.

Learn about the complex history of drug and alcohol addiction and how 18th century substance abuse impacted even America’s founding fathers.