Much of what experts have learned in recent years regarding the connection between stress and substance abuse is thanks to new, more sophisticated brain-imaging technology.
The Relationship Between Stress and Substance Use
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Does PTSD Ever Go Away?
A mental health problem that can happen after a traumatic event, such as a natural disaster, an assault, or experiencing combat, PTSD is very treatable and can go away for most people.
Why is Heroin So Addictive?
Illegal in the U.S. since 1924, heroin is highly addictive and is known as a psychoactive, or mind-altering, substance.
How Does Cocaine Impact the Brain?
Cocaine can change the way the human brain functions, changing the decision-making process and how the brain responds to stress, among other functions.
Can Anxiety Cause Depression?
The ADAA shares that it is not uncommon for someone to have anxiety disorder and depression at the same time. In fact, they have found that almost half of people with a depression diagnosis also have an anxiety disorder.
How to Stop Binge Drinking
A person’s reason for binge drinking may vary, but there are certain things anyone can try if they want to stop this pattern of behavior.
What is Dual Diagnosis and How is it Treated?
A person with a dual diagnosis struggles with a substance use disorder and one or more mental health disorders at the same time.
What are the Most Common Mental Health Challenges For Young Adults?
Mental health disorders can affect everyone, but young adults seem to be particularly susceptible to mental health challenges.
Can You Help Someone With Mental Illness Who Does Not Want Help?
Helping someone you love with mental illness who doesn’t want help can be a challenge, but there are some steps that friends and family members can take.
Why Adderall Abuse Can Be Dangerous
Adderall abuse happens when a person begins to take a higher dose than they have been prescribed or if they begin to take the drug in another manner, like snorting.