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

Writing therapy strengthens recovery and promotes inner healing in several ways. Find out how writing can help a person recover from addiction.

Whether it is 12 Step-based or one of the many alternatives, a support group can greatly impact your recovery. Find the right support group for you.

Finding out your son or daughter is addicted can be an overwhelming time. Learn about 5 steps on how to best support your child.

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.

The U.S. Senate voted 99-1 in favor of new bills directed at preventing the opioid crisis. See how the proposed laws will impact those suffering from addiction.

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, fentanyl is being used to lace a wide variety of drugs including marijuana. Learn more about the dangers of fentanyl-laced drugs.

Learn how to recognize mental health issues and what you can do to get help in order to prevent suicide and lead a well-intentioned life.

The signs of addiction aren't always easy to recognize, especially when it comes to a loved one. Learn some common red flags of alcoholism and help your loved one get the help they need.

Benzodiazepines are frequently prescribed medications that promote short-term anxiety relief but cause long-term harm and even death when abused.

Opioid addiction is becoming increasingly common among high school and college athletes. Find out why and what you can do to protect yourself from prescription pill abuse.

The younger someone starts drinking alcohol, the more likely they are to develop a substance abuse problem. Learn effective ways to keep your teen sober this summer.