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Every day we read reports about another man being accused of sexual assault. What we don’t hear that much about are the many ways that…
Stimulant drugs like Adderall and Ritalin are effective and safe when prescribed for conditions such as attention deficit disorder (ADD) or narcolepsy. However, misuse of…
Studies have found that one out of every five Ivy League students have used drugs like Adderall or Ritalin to help them focus and study…
If your loved one is in rehab for painkiller addiction, you can expect The Phone Call. Whitney Harrah LPC, CACIII, the Assistant Executive Director of…
Study drugs like Adderall and Ritalin offer a lot of promises. You’ll study longer. Concentrate better. Retain more information. It’s still unclear what promises these…
Suboxone contains two chemicals; buprenorphine and naloxone. By most definitions, buprenorphine is a narcotic (including tablet or sublingual buprenorphine used for opioid dependence ). However,…
Heroin addiction is like a lens that zooms in on its subject. Eventually, there’s nothing left in the picture except for the drug. Family and…
You can be physically dependent on stimulants like Adderall and Ritalin without being addicted. Much like prescription painkillers, it’s a question of how they’re taken….
If you or your loved one likes to drink, it’s not hard to cross the line by indulging in more than three or four drinks…
We’ve all come to understand in the last decade that painkillers are serious business. Yes, they can be obtained legally through a prescription, but painkiller…
In many ways, successfully living life after addiction rehab is just another step in the ongoing addiction recovery journey. In step one you gathered the…
One of the most commonly cited reasons for abusing drugs or alcohol is that it makes us feel good. Unfortunately, this is also what leads…
Learn more about what makes The Raleigh House different below. If you’re wondering what makes The Raleigh House more effective than other substance abuse…
At some point we’ve all said the words, “I’m bored.” Occasional boredom is common—it happens when we lose interest in our everyday activities or surroundings….
Telling your family about your addiction to drugs or alcohol is not easy. But, asking for help could be an important early step in your…
How My Adoption Contributed to My Struggle with Addiction “Illusions commend themselves to us because they save us pain and allow us to enjoy pleasure…
Deep, overwhelming sadness or hopelessness is normal when experiencing any type of loss. Moving on from your old way of life is no different. In…
The bargaining stage is actually an extension of denial, and it can manifest in slightly different ways depending on whether a person is currently in…
Anger is a normal, healthy part of the human condition when it’s expressed appropriately. While managing anger can sometimes be difficult for everyone, it is…
Recognizing that you may have a problem is hard. Finally admitting it to yourself or your loved ones is even harder. That’s what makes the…
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, up to 50% of your risk of drug or alcohol dependency is based on your unique genetic…
Addiction is a mental health disorder that disrupts your ability to function as you normally would. Like all mental health disorders, a combination of factors…
In 2009, the tragic story of 36-year-old mother, Diane Schuler, took the nation by storm when leaving a family camping trip Schuler drove the wrong…
Do you abuse marijuana? Statistics show that the primary drug for kids under the age of 18 is Marijuana. Recent studies have revealed that on…
Living at The Raleigh House has been a life changing experience for me. I couldn’t control the important aspects of my life that were necessary…
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