by Barbara Thoma | Jan 2, 2024 | Education
As one of the highest and most prevalent barriers that stand in the way of recovery, the century-old stigma surrounding addiction continues to affect those struggling with substance use disorder (SUD). It not only unfolds on a personal level, contributing to high...
by Barbara Thoma | Jan 2, 2024 | Education
Scientists have been trying to develop an addiction vaccine since the 1970s. The complex nature of addiction presents them with challenges that they are still trying to overcome. Let’s have a closer look at the status quo of this research process. “Absolute Awe”...
by Barbara Thoma | Jan 2, 2024 | Research
The increasing prevalence of binge drinking is compelling health professionals, researchers, and educators to obtain a more profound understanding of this intense form of alcohol abuse—especially given that a single episode of binge drinking will negatively affect our...
by Barbara Thoma | Dec 26, 2023 | Recovery
Addiction does not just affect the life of an individual. The battle with addiction leaves a trail of damaged relationships in its wake: families that may have been torn apart, best friends no longer on speaking terms, spouses and partners who could not take it...
by Barbara Thoma | Dec 26, 2023 | Education
Despite its silly name, which may evoke images of refrigerated poultry leftovers, “going cold turkey” refers to the dangerous quick-fix approach of abruptly quitting an addictive substance instead of gradually reducing usage. Read on to learn more about...
