Alcohol Addiction

Hallucinogens are a class of substances that can cause visual, auditory, and cognitive effects some people find pleasurable. People who use hallucinogenic drugs may develop hallucinogen-persisting perception disorder (HPPD), resulting in lingering effects that last for days, weeks, or even years after their last use. These effects can be disturbing…

Aside from alcohol, marijuana is the most commonly abused substance in America. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 52.5 million people reported using marijuana in 2021.[1] Marijuana is legal for recreational and medical use in some states, but it remains federally illegal. Since marijuana abuse is normalized…

Bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder (BPD) are two different mental health conditions that are often confused with one another. While bipolar is a mood disorder that causes manic and depressive episodes that can last several weeks at a time, BPD is a personality disorder that is marked by emotional…

Narcissistic personality disorder has been linked with a higher risk for substance abuse disorders. People with narcissistic personality disorder may face different barriers and challenges during treatment and recovery because of their complex mental health symptoms. It is crucial to understand how narcissistic personality disorder can affect the diagnosis and…