The Basics

Articles published by the author

Substance Use and Suicide: Finding Help and Hope Substance Use and Suicide: Finding Help and Hope

Substance Use and Suicide: Finding Help and Hope

Drugs and alcohol play a major role in suicides. But there are many paths out of despair. A top psychologist shares some guidance

0 79
How Can We Deal With Overdoses? How Can We Deal With Overdoses?

How Can We Deal With Overdoses?

Preparedness, education, compassion: One expert shares about saving lives and navigating trauma, on Overdose Awareness Day

0 5269
What It Means To Be LGBTQ+ in Recovery What It Means To Be LGBTQ+ in Recovery

What It Means To Be LGBTQ+ in Recovery

Dignity, safety, confidence: People in the LGBTQ+ community want what everyone needs for addiction recovery and mental health

0 8594
How Much Alcohol Is Too Much—And How Can I Cut Back? How Much Alcohol Is Too Much—And How Can I Cut Back?

How Much Alcohol Is Too Much—And How Can I Cut Back?

Knowledge is power, and April is Alcohol Awareness Month. What better time to learn how to be clear-eyed about your consumption?

0 5720
Does a 'High-Functioning' Person Need Help? Does a 'High-Functioning' Person Need Help?

Does a 'High-Functioning' Person Need Help?

Plenty of "successful" people struggle with addiction and mental health conditions, and they deserve care

0 46996
What the Fentanyl Crisis Actually Looks Like What the Fentanyl Crisis Actually Looks Like

What the Fentanyl Crisis Actually Looks Like

Many victims use it unknowingly and die quietly. Peter Attia hosts a sheriff's deputy on his podcast to learn how we got here

0 1550
Can I Afford Recovery? Can I Afford Recovery?

Can I Afford Recovery?

Addiction can rob you of resources, but finances shouldn't be a barrier to recovery. Here's what to look for when tailoring a plan

0 12596
What Is Substance Use Disorder? What Is Substance Use Disorder?

What Is Substance Use Disorder?

The term is incredibly helpful in understanding the spectrum of harmful experiences people have with drugs

0 13839
The Facts About Fentanyl The Facts About Fentanyl

The Facts About Fentanyl

Around two-thirds of all overdose deaths in the U.S. involve fentanyl—and many people take it without even knowing

0 2778
Your Guide to Harm Reduction, With John Oliver Your Guide to Harm Reduction, With John Oliver

Your Guide to Harm Reduction, With John Oliver

The "Last Week Tonight" host dedicated a segment to the latest tools and programs. Plus: how you can help

0 2634
A Quick Guide to Substance Use Treatment A Quick Guide to Substance Use Treatment

A Quick Guide to Substance Use Treatment

Addiction can be difficult to escape, but this Psych Hub video provides a handy overview of options for getting help

0 2074
What Are Opioids? What Are Opioids?

What Are Opioids?

Some are legally prescribed, but all can be highly addictive. Learn more from this Psych Hub video

0 2610
What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment? What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment?

What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment?

Everything you should know about medications used to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders

0 2449
What Is Dual Diagnosis? What Is Dual Diagnosis?

What Is Dual Diagnosis?

Understanding dual diagnosis can be crucial to making sure you or your loved one receives the right treatment

0 2283
How Alcohol Damages Various Bodily Systems How Alcohol Damages Various Bodily Systems

How Alcohol Damages Various Bodily Systems

Current research shows that even lower doses of alcohol still have a detrimental effect on our health

0 2691
What Is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)? What Is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)?

What Is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)?

Understanding what may occur after the first stages of detox: Find out how to recognize the symptoms of PAWS

0 2348
RSS
12