In 2021, record numbers of people in the United State voluntarily left their jobs. Many people referred to this phenomenon as “The Great Resignation.” In 2022, increased attention on not overexerting yourself at work spawned the buzzword “quiet quitting.” Neither of these work-related events can be attributed to any one cause. However, many people have […]
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Cough medicine is extremely common, and it can be quite beneficial. But many people don’t realize that these medications can expose them to considerable harm if they misuse cough medicines. The many potential dangers of cough medicine abuse include physical harm, psychological damage, addiction, overdose, and death. Statistics on Cough Medicine Misuse Because some types of
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You may have heard the saying, “You can’t control what happens. You can only control how you respond to what happens.” The effectiveness of your response to a challenge or setback can be determined by what type of coping mechanism you choose. If you select unhealthy coping mechanisms, even a small problem can become a catastrophe. What
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Every time a person uses heroin, they put themselves at risk for extensive damage. Heroin’s impact can include impaired thinking, physical harm, and drastic behavioral changes. The common thread among these negative outcomes is how the drug affects the brain. However, continued research into the questions, “How does heroin affect the brain?” may result in approaches and
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Polysubstance abuse can be devastating. Research indicates it is a factor in our nation’s soaring overdose rate. It can harm people of all ages and genders. And the problem may be getting worse. However, in order to prevent further destruction, we must first understand the challenge. In other words, we need to answer the question,
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If someone that you care about was struggling with methamphetamine addiction, would you know how to help? Would you even be able to recognize that they had a problem? Methamphetamine addiction continues to have a devastating effect on communities throughout the United States. Therefore, getting the facts about this substance use disorder is an important
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There is no doubt that addiction causes a number of noticeable effects. From one’s physical appearance to their ability to regulate their emotions, attempting to hide an addiction as it is occurring can be nearly impossible. However, there are countless effects that are happening under the surface when it comes to addiction, as this disease
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Mental illness usually comes with warning signs. When you notice these signs early, you can help a loved one get help before their mental health spirals on a path of substance abuse, self-destruction, legal problems, and, in the worst case, suicide. While mental illness can affect both men and women, the warning signs of mental illness
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What is self-harm abuse in adults? You may have heard about self-harm abuse in relation to children, adolescents, and teenagers, as these populations often experience high rates of it. But, when it comes to adults, the idea of self-harm might not be one that comes to mind immediately. Self-harm is a behavioral condition that impacts
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Substance Abuse Overdoses Spike during COVID According to the American Medical Association, more than 30 states have reported an increase in opioid-related mortality. In addition to that, there’s a growing concern regarding those with mental health and or substance use disorder exacerbated during COVID-19 first wave and now the second wave. Individuals with mental health and substance
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