To an outsider, love addiction may seem like a harmless problem. Love isn’t a drug you can overdose on or a substance that literally poisons your body. However, it is a force that can cause immeasurable emotional and psychological damage. Most love addictions stem from experiences and trauma early in life. Tracing the roots of [...]
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 8.5 million people in the U.S. use prescription sleep aids. At a glance, sleep aids can seem like the perfect solution to sleeping problems: Just take a simple pill and fall into a deep sleep within minutes. However, studies show that people who [...]
Animals have a way of providing unconditional love, never passing judgment on humans for their many mistakes. Humans and horses have shared a special relationship for centuries. The bond between horses and humans derives from several similarities, such as our social nature and family systems. Therapists find that connecting recovering addicts and mental health patients [...]
Klonopin and Xanax are two of the most commonly prescribed medications for the treatment of anxiety, and both belong to the drug family known as benzodiazepines. These drugs work by suppressing the central nervous system and effecting GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) in the brain. The result is slowed nerve impulses and a powerful calming effect. The [...]
The death toll from opioid overdose continues to rise with surprising speed, touching every state in the U.S. and doubling the number of annual heroin overdose deaths in just two years. Narcotic painkillers are incredibly addictive, and doctors are prescribing them at increased rates – a combination that’s killing thousands of people. Problems With Current [...]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.