Education & Awareness

Learn more about what drives addiction and causes mental health disorders. Below are articles about PTSD and trauma, how addiction affects the brain, current medical research, and more.
Alcohol

Is Alcohol Good for Your Health?

Some people claim that alcohol — in moderation — is good for your health, but is that true? Learn what recent studies have to say.
Alcohol

College Students & Alcohol Abuse

It's no secret that college students drink alcohol, but just how much are they drinking? Get the facts about college students and alcohol abuse.
Education & Awareness

PTSD: What You Need to Know

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects over 24.4 million Americans. Learn what can cause it, how to recognize the symptoms, and how you can help someone who is struggling.
Teens

Electronic Cigarettes & Vapes: What You Need to Know

Approximately 3.6 million teens use e-cigarettes. Learn just how dangerous this new trend is.
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Tackling Addiction in the Workplace: Tips for Employers

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.
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10 Deadliest States for Drug Overdoses

Alcohol and drug addiction affect over 23.5 million Americans. Learn which states have been impacted most.
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Drug Users Outnumber High School Students by 50 Percent

The opioid crisis has spread nationwide. In San Francisco, the effects are so severe that there are more drug users than high school students.
Alcohol

Drinking to Death

Americans are drinking themselves to death faster than ever before. Learn more about America's silent killer: alcohol.
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Wining and Dining: The Link Between the Restaurant Industry and Addiction

While anyone can develop an addiction, people who work in the hospitality and food service industries are most vulnerable. Learn why this link persists.
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The Dangers of Combining Xanax and Alcohol

When taken as prescribed, Xanax can help individuals manage their anxiety. But when combined with alcohol, this powerful medication can lead to overdose or even death. In this short video, learn about the dangers of combining benzodiazepines and alcohol.
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How Addiction Can Change Your Personality

Addiction alters brain activity, leading to personality changes. Find out the different ways addiction can affect your life and relationships.
Education & Awareness

The Return of HIV Outbreaks: A Symptom of the Opioid Epidemic

The opioid epidemic has been a public health threat for years, but now it is linked to another danger: the return of HIV outbreaks. Learn how opioid addiction is driving a new HIV crisis.