Is There a Difference Between Physical and Psychological Addiction?
Addiction is often understood as physical dependence on a substance, but the reality of this disease is far more complex. While the existence of psychological
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Addiction is often understood as physical dependence on a substance, but the reality of this disease is far more complex. While the existence of psychological
The older we get, the more difficult it becomes to find and maintain healthy friendships. In childhood, life revolves around our friends. As we become
From a young age, most of us have been encouraged to read by parents and teachers to expand our knowledge of the world and improve
If you have ever been completely immersed in a task or activity that you enjoyed, to the point that you lost track of time and
The practice of being present, also known as mindfulness, is advocated for by doctors and spiritual practitioners alike. Many mental health struggles such as anxiety
Binge-eating—eating any amount that surpasses feeling full or satisfied in a single sitting— during or after alcohol use, is a common experience for many drinkers.
There is a plethora of research about the damage alcohol use causes to the mind, body, and personal life of the user. What is less
In a popular TED Talk, titled “Everything You Think You Know About Addiction is Wrong”, Johann Hari makes the argument that the opposite of addiction
Substance abuse and parenting don’t mix. Nobody sets out to become a parent with an addiction, but cultural trends that normalize and even encourage alcohol
For many of us, when we first scan the infamous 12 steps to recovery popularized by Alcoholics Anonymous, the steps that cause us the most
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