Trauma damages faith and identity, often resulting in coping mechanisms like addiction. Community support and purpose fight ...

"I do believe that connection is the opposite of addiction not sobriety," she said. The group now meets twice a week at the ...

While attitudes about addiction to drugs and alcohol are changing to reflect more acceptance and understanding, the industry is not keeping pace with the cultural shift, a recent nationwide study ...

In the realm of mental health and well-being, the interplay between trauma and addiction is a topic of growing importance. Learn the connection between trauma and addiction, explore the various facets ...

As long as people are using drugs and alcohol, domestic violence will continue. But with a mindset change and more education, progress can be made to fix this issue, writes Courtney Messina. Getty ...

Addiction to substances always begins somewhere. Although people of any age can develop dependency — older adults may become reliant on prescription pain medication — the pattern often begins during ...

The connection between mental health and substance misuse is frequently misunderstood and underreported. In March 2025, Us Weekly presented ‘The Missing Issue' - which was dedicated to an exploration ...

The same forces driving rising levels of anxiety, stress, and social comparison are also shaping their risk for substance use ...

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