If you struggle with mental health issues, you’re not alone. Mental health disorders affect more than 50 million Americans, or about 1 in 5 people. Unfortunately, many people don’t get the help they need. According to the 2019 National survey on Drug Use & Health, just under half of people with mental illness received treatment … Continued
Learn MoreAs the world faces continued anxiety over COVID-19, anxiety has become its most common mental health issue. More than 40 million adults suffer from depression and anxiety-related mental illnesses, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, and the number has skyrocketed amidst the pandemic. According to the 2021 State of Mental Health in … Continued
Learn MoreOf the 40 million Americans who struggle with anxiety, not all will be diagnosed with a medical disorder. In fact, some may not appear to struggle at all. People with “high-functioning anxiety” actually include some of the world’s most successful figures, such as Oprah Winfrey, Stephen Colbert and Kim Kardashian. According to a recent report … Continued
Learn MoreThe holidays might be the season of joy, but for many, the most wonderful time of the year can also bring on the blues. COVID-19 has made this year particularly challenging. Between travel restrictions and the stress of getting family members sick, many people will spend this season without seeing their loved ones. A host … Continued
Learn MoreYou can find kratom online, in smoke shops, in “health” stores and even in farmers’ markets throughout the United States. With such widespread availability, you might have questioned whether the drug is safe, or even legal. Medical experts can answer the first question: as an addictive substance, the drug carries risks that outweigh the benefits … Continued
Learn MoreAmidst new academic, social and financial pressures that students face in college, the widespread availability of alcohol and other drugs on campus (and at home) can lead to a temptation to self-medicate. This is particularly true for students predisposed to mental health disorders. Understanding the risks can help you make better decisions both during and … Continued
Learn MoreEdibles stay in your system between 3-12 days By contrast, a single marijuana cigarette stays in your system about 3 days The exact length depends on how much you consume, and whether you’re an occasional or habitual user. It can take up to 30 days for marijuana to leave your system if you use regularly. … Continued
Learn MoreThis list of anti-anxiety meds includes those most commonly prescribed, as well as experimental treatments. Below, we’ll look at the benefits, potential risks, and alternatives to medication. Benzodiazepines Benzodiazepines, also known as “benzos,” treat anxiety disorders, seizures, insomnia, and alcohol withdrawal symptoms. The most commonly prescribed benzos are Xanax and Valium. Around 12.5% of the … Continued
Learn MoreWhile the opioid crisis has dominated addiction headlines, cocaine overdoses have been steadily rising. After a period of relative stability a decade ago, the CDC reported that hospitalizations from cocaine rose 27% between 2013 and 2018. In fact, more than 10% of all emergency room drug overdoses can now be attributed to cocaine. Many of … Continued
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