The History and Effectiveness of CBT [Infographic]
Who Developed CBT and How? In the 1960s, Dr. Aaron T. Beck was a psychiatrist at the University of Pennsylvania. He researched and practiced psychoanalysis. Dr. Beck tested his concepts…
Drug Withdrawal Definition Leads to Treatment and Recovery
Where controlled substances are concerned, the withdrawal definition is often recognized as being a grouping of symptoms that can occur with abrupt discontinuation of use. Withdrawal symptoms have become so…
Dangerous Morphine Side Effects
Morphine side effects can occur any time the drug is used. This Schedule II controlled substance is classified as an opiate narcotic painkiller. Normally, doctors prescribe this drug for pain…
What is This Purple Drank I’m Hearing About?
Purple Drank was originally popularized in hip-hop songs. Made from prescription cold medication and sodas, it is often blended with candies to create a candy-like flavor. When someone drinks the…
I Really Need to Know What is Addiction?
Contrary to popular belief, addiction isn’t a moral failing or a bad decision that someone is making over and over. You then may be asking yourself, “What is addiction?” and…
What To Expect from Sober Living
One of the biggest lies that addiction tells you is that you can’t have fun if you get clean and sober. If sobriety wasn’t fun, there wouldn’t be millions of…
Are You Noticing Some Signs of Addiction In a Family Member?
Signs of addiction are different than symptoms of addiction. Patients describe and experience symptoms, while doctors, friends or relatives may notice signs. Recognizing the signs of substance abuse isn’t always…
Saved by the 12 Steps of AA
I was in an endless cycle of drinking and using drugs for nearly a decade until I finally gave in to the steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Growing up with…
Help for Psychological Addiction on Drugs Includes Therapy
Addiction includes both physical and psychological dependencies. Physical symptoms are typically the first signs that people notice. However, the psychological addiction is just as big of a concern. To understand…
How to Recognize Addictive Behaviors
Being able to recognize addictive behaviors in friends and loved ones is important. The faster that people get help, the easier it is for them to fight addiction. Unfortunately, not…