Contributor: Jane McGuire, BS, Director of Content for Eating Disorder Hope and Addiction Hope Having a loved one that is addicted to drugs is difficult. Stress and worry go hand in hand. Often times a loved one is worried about the addiction sufferer’s health and safety, as well as their finances. Proceed with Caution The [...]
Many individuals across the globe struggle with some form of sleep disorder, which might include anything from insomnia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, sleep apnea, REM sleep behavior disorder, circadian rhythm sleep disorders and more. As important and crucial as sleep is for health and wellness, countless people have difficulty getting the adequate sleep they need. [...]
Recovering from a work addiction can be a difficult process. Many individuals may develop a work addiction for various reasons, including emotional fulfillment, finding purpose and meaning, or having the drive to succeed and excel. Regardless of what the reason may be, it may be challenging to renegotiate a job or career when in recovery [...]
Some of the most commonly used prescription medications include painkillers, tranquilizers, antidepressants, and sleep aides. Opioid based painkillers are often prescribed for individuals who are suffering with moderate to severe pain – either acute or chronic. Common opioid prescriptions include hydrocodone, morphine, codeine, and oxycodone. While these medications can be helpful with pain management and [...]
With overloaded schedules and increasing time demands, many individuals often look to energy drinks as a way of boosting productivity and alertness during a busy day. Many consumers might assume that energy drinks are a safe product to use, even on a regular basis, as it is something that can easily be purchased at a [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.