Untreated emotional trauma can have severe repercussions throughout a person’s life. Depending on the trauma, they can show themselves in different ways, behaviors, and addictions.…
When you hear or read discussions about drug or alcohol dependence, you hear most about the physical and chemical dependency created when someone becomes addicted…
When people discuss substance abuse disorders and other similarly diagnosed disorders, they often refer to the DSM 5 criteria. But what exactly is the DSM…
It is not uncommon for people to consume alcohol to alleviate stress and anxiety. This can be especially pertinent during holiday seasons when some people…
The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence states that addiction is a family disease. This means that addiction does not merely affect the user…
With varying definitions between the terms "addiction" and "dependency", in reference to drug use, it can be difficult for someone to discern whether they are…