Marijuana addiction (cannabis use disorder): Is marijuana addictive? by Taylor Bennett | Nov 7, 2022 | Alcohol & Drugs, Disorders, Mental Health Topics According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, marijuana is the most commonly used federally illegal drug in the United States (though it is now legal on the state level in the majority of states) – with 48.2 million people, or 18% of Americans, reportedly using it at least…
Am I enabling my spouse’s drug addiction? Here’s what you can do to stop facilitating your partner’s dependence on drugs and start putting yourself first by Guest | Aug 9, 2018 | Addiction, Alcohol & Drugs, Mental Health Topics Addiction doesn’t just change the individual suffering with the disease, but their loved ones—especially their chosen life partner. If your spouse is struggling with addiction, you must choose your actions carefully: it’s easy to confuse helpful and unhelpful interventions. First, don’t try to “make things easier” on your spouse—this can…
In order to help someone going through addiction recovery, show that you care by engaging in meaningful conversations and know what not to say by Desiree Patton | Aug 8, 2018 | Addiction, Mental Health Topics You can help your love ones through addiction recovery by supporting and listening to them, but you must be careful about your own words. The wrong words can easily hurt an addict, even when you didn’t mean it “that way,” which means it’s important you know what not to say…