Alcohol abuse and addiction are prevalent in the LGBTQ+ community much like in society at large. American culture has its roots in Puritan norms and folkways and this cultural history has resulted in particular sensitivity to how Americans feel about the use and misuse of vices. Binge drinking is very much an American problem. Other…
Pete Davidson is known for his time as a comedian on Saturday Night Live (SNL). He has also acted in a number of films. Pete has gained increased media attention in recent times for becoming romantically involved with Kim Kardashian. In response, Kim K’s long-time partner Kanye West, now officially known as Ye, has made…
Experiences with untreated trauma can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Those who have had substance abuse disorders (SUDs), including heroin addiction, are at an increased risk for experiencing traumatic events and situations that can lead to PTSD. Heroin addiction leads people to make poor decisions such as stealing and causing emotional and physical harm…
There is a strong correlation between mental health and addiction. Those who have substance abuse disorders (SUDs) often have a co-occurring mental health disorder that may or may not be diagnosed. If a person with an addiction has not previously engaged in therapy they should consider reaching out to a mental health counselor in case…
There is never going to be the perfect moment. People are unlikely to change on their own without facing serious consequences for their choices and actions or if others become involved and nudge them in the right direction. If you believe that a person you care about is struggling with benzo addiction or abuse, it’s…
What Is Xanax? Xanax is the brand name of a drug called alprazolam and is a prescription medication used primarily to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Xanax is the number one most prescribed psychiatric medication in the United States and is dispensed in a variety of doses in pill form. Xanax can reduce feelings of…
Crack—or crack cocaine—is a stimulant derived from powdered cocaine. Crack is created when cocaine is mixed with water and ammonia or baking soda, then boiled until the mixture solidifies. The substance is usually distributed in the form of a rock, which is a broken-off chunk of the solidified substance. Most often, crack cocaine is smoked,…
Long-term abuse of heroin and related opiates can cause irreversible damage to both a person’s body and mind. The psychological and emotional toll of substance abuse is problematic in and of itself. The psychological impact specific to heroin and opiates can result in what is commonly referred to as a narcotic haze. A “haze” is…
There are many signs to be on the lookout for if you believe someone may have developed an addiction to Adderall or a similar stimulant prescription medication. Adderall is a medication designed to treat those who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Individuals who have ADHD tend to struggle with focus and controlling their behavior….
The opioid epidemic has made it apparent that an astounding amount of Americans are affected by this crisis. Even those who have not personally faced addiction are sure to know someone close to them who has struggled with the difficulties and negative consequences associated with the cycle of substance abuse. Oasis Recovery offers heroin addiction…
