Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol use is common and widely accepted in the United States. Many people drink alcohol occasionally in different settings. People may drink while sharing a meal, attending a sporting event, celebrating a special occasion, and in many other settings. While alcohol use is common, some people struggle with an unhealthy…

According to research, “Over one year, 27% of young adolescents reported thoughts of self-harm and 15% reported at least one act of self-harm.”[1] Trauma, depression, and other mental health conditions are extremely common. With the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen a rise in mental health conditions among young people and…

Eating disorders and addiction often co-occur with one another. One of the most common eating disorders to co-occur with substance use disorders is known as bulimia nervosa.  According to the National Eating Disorders Association, “Bulimia nervosa is a serious, potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by a cycle of binging and…

Addiction is a chronic and progressive disease. The longer it goes untreated, the worse it will get. But what happens after you complete treatment? If you are wondering whether an addiction treatment center will cure your substance use disorder, the short answer is no. Unfortunately, because addiction is chronic, you…