Benzodiazepines are commonly prescribed medications, but they can be addictive and cause withdrawal symptoms when their use is stopped. Even when they are taken as prescribed, withdrawal symptoms can occur. In some cases, benzodiazepine withdrawal can be dangerous...
Research has shown a direct link between panic disorder and alcohol dependence, clinically known as alcohol use disorder (AUD). When both disorders are present at the same time, they need to be treated concurrently for recovery to be possible. What Is Panic Disorder?...
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is often thought of as a childhood disorder, but ADHD is common in adults as well, although it often goes undiagnosed. Adults with ADHD have an increased risk of substance use disorders (SUDs), in large part because they...
Many people drink socially when they go out with friends, attend an event, or go to a dinner party. Some also will have a glass of wine with dinner at home alone. You may have heard that drinking alone is a sign of having a problem with alcohol, but is it? If you...
Painkillers are prescribed every day for many legitimate reasons, but they are highly addictive and must be used with caution. Prescription painkillers also come with a risk of overdose when abused. If you have been taking prescription painkillers and think that you...
Many people who have mental health disorders also develop addictions to drugs or alcohol. When this occurs, it is known as having co-occurring disorders or a dual diagnosis. The prevalence of addictions that co-occur with bipolar disorder is particularly high, with...
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