The Dangers of a Misdiagnosed Mental Illness
When we visit medical professionals for treatment, we place our complete trust in them to discover any issues we may have and find the...
The Neurobiology of Addiction by Dr Manuel Montes
Dr. Manuel B. Montes De Oca is a psychiatrist in Coral Springs, Florida. In this 5-part mini-series, he explains his views on the actual...
What Is The Worst Drug?
It’s only natural to want to know what’s best or worst, good or bad. That’s why we love these types of lists! But in the case of drugs...
Are You Addicted to Caffeine?
Caffeine is a Central Nervous System (CNS) Stimulant that has the ability to enhance concentration, increase metabolism, and boost mood....
The Top 10 Addictions of Modern Society
We feel that it is very important to make a list of the most influential and significant addictions that damage lives in modern society....
All About Treatment Planning
A treatment plan is a collaborative process during which the addiction counsellor and the client identify important treatment goals. It's...
Alcoholics Anonymous and Alcoholism as a Disease
Alcoholics Anonymous has seen prolific growth since its inception in the 1930s. Official tallies conducted by the organization pegs the...
Different Ways of Treating Addiction
Addiction is a complex disease that can affect many areas of a person’s life. It’s estimated that millions of people all over the world...
10 of the World's Most Addictive Drugs
A National Survey conducted on Drug Use and Health in America said that there are 19.7 million American adults who battled substance use...
The 4 C's of Addiction
Addiction is a chronic dysfunction that involves the reward, motivation and memory systems in the brain. To separate addiction from other...
