Therapy involving the use of ketamine is showing more promise as an effective part of treatment for addiction as well as a number of mental health concerns. Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is…

Drug and Alcohol Facts Week is March 22-28. It’s important to understand the facts about these substances, particularly how they will affect different individuals. A research report that was recently…

When your friend or family member engages in self-harm behaviors, you are naturally concerned. March is Self-Harm Awareness Month, which is a good time to learn more about the behavior…

Your emotional ups and downs may be symptoms of a mood disorder called cyclothymia. Similar to bipolar disorder, cyclothymia is less intense, although it still can cause you to swing…

Medications prescribed by a physician are intended to treat a specific condition or illness. When that prescription is abused, it can cause great harm including severe side effects. The most…

Opioids are often associated with the crisis that has grown in this country with addiction and overdoses. However, opioids can be used properly to manage your pain, when prescribed by…

For people addicted to opioids, treatment involving buprenorphine and naloxone has proven effective. The combination has been studied by a number of researchers who have found that buprenorphine/naloxone for opioid…

The month of November has been designated as a time to raise awareness about lung cancer, including ways to prevent it and methods for treating it. Lung Cancer Awareness Month…

SSRIs are commonly used to treat depression and anxiety. SSRI stands for Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor. Although an SSRI can be very helpful in its intended purpose, attempting to stop…

When you suffer from chronic pain, everyday life can be challenging. Medications can help, but can also have dangerous, and sometimes devastating, consequences. Learning how to manage chronic pain appropriately…