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What is the Difference between Drug Dependence and Addiction?
Drug Dependence and Addiction 855 339 1112 Difference between Drug Dependence and Addiction Drug dependence and addiction are related but distinct concepts in substance abuse. When talking about addiction versus dependence, it is important to understand the...
Urban Jungle: How City Living may Impact Mental Health
Two-thirds of the global population will live in cities by 2050. Urban life is characterized by high-density commercial and residential buildings, more stressful conditions, lower access to green areas, and higher exposure to substance use. A recent study published...
The Effects of Social Media on Mental Health
Social Media and Mental Health 855 339 1112 How Social Media Affects Mental Health Social media has become an integral part of modern life, and while it has its benefits, research has shown that excessive social media use can have negative effects on mental health....
Research Reveals Devastating Impact of Western Diet on Human Health
In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers discuss the impact of the Western diet on various aspects of human health including metabolism, the gut microbiome, inflammation, cardiovascular health, mitochondrial fitness, cancer, and mental health....
The Effects of Alcohol on Women’s Bodies
Effects of Alcohol on Women 855 339 1112 The Effects of Alcohol on Women’s Bodies Women drink for many of the same reasons men drink. They drink to relax, to relieve stress, to reduce their inhibitions, or to fall asleep. CALL NOW LEARN MORE Navigation: How Common is...
Teaching Pupils about Mental Health can have a Positive Impact on Young People’s Wellbeing
Giving schools the right resources and training to teach pupils about mental health really can have a positive impact on young people’s wellbeing.New research by Welsh academics has just been published demonstrating the benefits of improving pupils’ mental...
The Importance of Trauma-Informed Care in Addiction Treatment
Addiction Treatment 855 339 1112 Trauma-Informed Care in Addiction Treatment Drug addiction occurs when repeated use of a drug changes the way the brain functions, leading to intense cravings for the drug, loss of control over drug use, and difficulty in abstaining...
Males are Significantly more Vulnerable than Females to Overdose Deaths
Men were significantly more vulnerable than women to overdose deaths involving opioid and stimulant drugs in 2020-2021, according to a new study analyzing death records data from across the United States. The study found that men had a 2–3 times greater rate of...