Although we see a lot of community outreach and drug and alcohol abuse education services, many have unanswered questions about drug and/or alcohol addiction. While some may feel hesitant...

Although not a medical term or diagnosis, hangxiety is a well-documented phenomenon and a buzzword we hear a lot these days. Similar to your run-of-the- mill hangover, hangxiety is...

With the Thanksgiving holiday right around the corner, a lot of us are thinking about the ways we are thankful. From our health and families to new opportunities and...

Like anyone, we enjoy rewards. Whether it’s a strong internal drive or desire for something tangible you can hold in your hands, incentives can motivate our actions and behaviors....

You may have heard about harm reduction in news reports or your circle of friends and wonder what this program is about. Harm reduction is an evidence-based solution aimed...

Many people who worry if their drug or alcohol use is becoming problematic ask themselves, “Am I an addict?” and often turn to the internet for answers. They may...

Many people already know how substance use, abuse, and addiction can bring many unpleasant effects and affect our mental and physical health. Drugs and alcohol not only alter a...

As with any health condition or disease, certain risk factors can play a role in the development of acute and chronic illnesses. These can include a genetic predisposition as...

Codependency is a term we hear thrown around a lot and it can enable destructive patterns and behaviors and create a dysfunctional relationship. When we say codependency, this means...