Author name: Stephanie Ballard PhD, LPCC, CADC

Health Complications Associated with Alcohol Abuse

Drug Addiction /
Alcohol imposes serious health complications to your body physically, physiologically, and mentally. Alcohol makes an impact on major organs in the human body including the nervous system. Alcohol abuse can lead to liver damage, kidney failure, lung infections, and puts a person at an increased risk of several types of cancer. Alcohol and the brain [...]

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Keeping a Journal in Addiction Recovery

Addiction Treatment /
Addiction is complex and wreaks havoc on a person's mental, physical, and spiritual health. Addiction changes the way the brain works and makes the brain dependent on drugs or alcohol to function. People often abuse drugs and alcohol to cope with post-traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety. Keeping a journal in addiction recovery is therapeutic and

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DXM: The Addictive Ingredient in Cough Medicine

Drug Addiction /
Dextromethorphan (DXM) is an active ingredient found in most cough medicines and is used as a cough suppressant. DXM is a legal drug that can be purchased by anyone, including preteens in most states. Over-the-counter medications, such as Vicks, Robitussin, and NyQuil contain DXM and are used to relieve a cold-related cough. Misusing medications containing

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Is There a Difference Between Addiction and Dependence?

Drug Addiction /
There is a difference between addiction and dependence to drugs or alcohol. Addiction is a behavior that continues despite any harmful consequences. Drug or alcohol misuse can lead to serious physical and mental health problems. It can cause heart attack, liver failure, seizures, ulcers, hallucinations, psychosis, overdose, and early death. The substances take the brain

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5 Ways to Experience an Enduring Sense of Happiness in Recovery

Mental Health /
Recovery is a lifelong process. Old habits of using drugs or alcohol need to be replaced with healthy, sober ones. Eventually, you will begin to enjoy the excitement of everything in life without drugs or alcohol. When you are substance free, you will discover more about yourself such as your interests, hobbies, skills, and potential

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Addiction

Mental Health /
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological disorder that interferes with the brain's functions that are necessary to assess, plan, and execute daily life. ADHD sufferers are at higher risk of abusing drugs or alcohol than those without the disorder. Mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) usually co-occur with

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