You may get a bruise from a bump or injury to the skin or the tissues beneath the skin. Since the skin isn’t cut or broken, you won’t see external bleeding. But damage to blood [...]
Continue ReadingEvery day in the U.S., about 37 people die from drunk driving crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. And 31% of drowning deaths involve a blood alcoho [...]
Continue ReadingFor instance, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has estimated that up to 6% of young adults reach the threshold for problem gambling (2). Notably, the global prevalence of all substance us [...]
Continue ReadingMany sober living homes refer the resident to a drug addiction rehab center or offer another form of treatment. Some halfway houses are dedicated to help people who have completed sober hous [...]
Continue ReadingIf you have a hard time moderating your pace, try to stick with drinks that have low alcohol content. Maybe you feel overconfident in your ability to drive while intoxicated, or you don’t [...]
Continue ReadingFor many, trauma manifests as hypervigilance, re-experiencing the trauma, and other symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Although substance use is not an official symptom of PT [...]
Continue ReadingCheck out your local listings to see what’s coming up in your area over the next few weeks. Are you a football, soccer, or even an MMA fan? If so, invite your friends or loved ones over th [...]
Continue ReadingAfter 1989, both pre-employment and routine drug screening became commonplace. Employers in the United States continue to drug test more than most other countries. As such, a proper setting [...]
Continue ReadingFor example, visiting a family member’s home may make you uncomfortable, but you don’t know why. Years later, you may work with a therapist to uncover the abuse that occurred there. SENS [...]
Continue ReadingFinding purpose and meaning after struggling with a substance use disorder is a journey. But with a strong support system, a positive outlook, and a willingness to explore new possibilities, [...]
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