It is not uncommon for addiction and infidelity to be linked. The combination of addiction and infidelity can result in a toxic relationship that leads to broken trust, pain, and anger. Addiction can lead people to engage in behaviors they […]
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Content note: this article discusses depression and suicidal ideation and behaviors. If you or someone you love is feeling suicidal, you can reach out to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by simply calling 988 in the United States. Depression
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“Go to meetings.” It’s probably the first and most-often repeated advice given to people entering recovery for alcohol addiction, meetings: Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, or any other 12-step self-help meeting appropriate for your situation. But is there a difference between
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The presence of a spouse at a doctor’s appointment can help people with Parkinson’s disease accurately report any associated symptoms of sex addiction, according to recent findings from a team of French researchers. For several reasons, people receiving treatment for
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It can be complicated and overwhelming if you are married or partnered with someone struggling with a violent drinking problem. You may feel helpless, frustrated, and scared. You may also feel guilty for being unable to “fix” the situation or
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Xanax is a name brand of alprazolam, one of the most commonly prescribed psychiatric drugs in the United States. This medication is in the category of benzodiazepines and is used to treat panic disorders and anxiety. It works by enhancing
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Many struggling with substance use also struggle with intimacy and sex. The link between drug addiction and sex addiction is sometimes referred to as “the love-hate connection” because the relationship between the two can be unpredictable. The bond between drug
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Texas has particularly strict laws around controlled substances and narcotics. The state’s laws are also complicated. The laws are explained in the Texas Penal Code and the Texas Controlled Substances Act, Health and Safety Code. Here’s a basic summary of
The effects of trauma change everyone differently. Whether someone comes home from war, experiences a car accident, or relationship abuse, each person is unique and will respond differently. If you or someone you love needs help recovering from trauma, contact
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In nationwide efforts to curb underage drinking, not everyone agrees about the burden of responsibility and even culpability that should be placed on parents. Many people feel that parents have only a limited ability to stop adolescents who are determined
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