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The number of people suffering from heroin addiction has continued to increase since 2007, according to the National Institute on Drug Use (NIDA). The impact
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The American Counseling Association (ACA) has designated April as National Counseling Awareness Month (CAM). A time when we celebrate the commitment and dedication of counselors
Here are 10 things you can do in and around Springfield this weekend to reduce your stress levels and help take care of your mental
Each year, alcohol claims the lives of more than 90,000 men and women in the U.S. To spread the word about this treatable illness, Alcohol
The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but as a Massachusetts addiction treatment center, we know that for many,
What Are the Side Effects of Adderall Misuse? My son James was diagnosed with ADHD this year. After he got the diagnosis and was prescribed
Anyone who has experienced a hangover after drinking knows that it’s your body’s way of telling you that alcohol is not meant to be consumed
Is Alcohol a Blood Thinner? We know that the things we put into our bodies have an impact on our lives. We know that when
How Long Does Alcohol Stay In My System? Even casual drinkers may have been here. You’re at a friend’s or family member’s house and everyone
Alcohol-Induced Dementia and Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome When I was a kid, my dad would sometimes enjoy a scotch with dinner. As I was growing up, I
Cocaine Withdrawal Cocaine is a powerfully addictive stimulant drug. It can blind your vision of how you, your family, and your friends are being affected
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“I sat around for too long watching my family members die from opioid addiction. I shielded my son from that life, and to watch him
How Many Drinks Is Too Many? How Much Is It Safe To Drink? And Other Common Questions The issue of alcohol consumption is complex. As
