According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 48.7 million people struggled with a substance use disorder in 2022.[1] Dealing with drug addiction and alcoholism is tough, even if you're not the one struggling with substance abuse. These conditions can make loved ones feel anxious, scared, sad,…

Addiction is a chronic and progressive disease that must be maintained long-term to avoid a relapse. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), the addiction relapse rate is between 40 to 60%.[1] Since relapses are so common, it is important to be aware of how they occur. While…