Charlie Sheen’s long career in Hollywood extends beyond the box office hits that propelled him to stardom. In the spotlight, the actor is well-known for the roles he played in movies like Platoon, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, and more recently for the infamous sitcom Two and a Half Men where he starred as Charlie Harper. […]
Trigger Warning: films and documentaries about addiction and can be hard to process as they shed light on the harsh realities and events that often take place due to ongoing drug abuse. However, most documentaries are created to further the cause of bringing a voice to the thousands of stories that exist because of growing […]
Gabapentin, also known by its brand name Neurontin, is a prescription painkiller belong to Gabapentinoids drug class. For many professionals and health experts, Gabapentin is considered a less addictive alternative to opioids. However, addiction and abuse can still occur for those individuals who have been prescribed this medication. In fact, Gabapentin has been on the […]
Surprising Colorado Addiction Facts In 2012, Colorado passed Amendment 64, effectively legalizing marijuana across the state for adults 21 or older. Colorado was the first state to pass such a law. While there are proponents and opponents of Amendment 64 it is hardly the most controversial subject as it relates to drug abuse in Colorado. […]
Alcoholism and drug addiction have obvious and well-documented effects on individuals suffering from long-term substance abuse. Prolonged abuse of drugs and alcohol carries the potential to severely impact a person’s physical health and mental health, and it can be damaging to the overall spirit. Moreover, the adverse effects of substance abuse also affect close family, […]
Prescription pain meds, although used to treat chronic pain and medical conditions still pose extreme risks to users. If you’re questioning: am I addicted to pain meds, consider taking our assessments found below. It happens more often than you might think. A person suffering from acute or chronic pain may book an appointment with their […]
Examining the differences between acute stress disorder vs. post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may seem fairly straightforward. However, as with most mental health disorders, every individual copes with intense stress differently. Acute stress disorder refers to the body’s immediate response to trauma, whereas PTSD is the long-term aftermath of trauma. It can be difficult to identify […]
Despite the prominence of alcohol addiction, it’s difficult for many to know how to talk to a family member about their drinking issues. Below we’re highlighting a few practical ways to approach a loved one who may be battling alcoholism. For direct supportive services for your family member or friend, contact AspenRidge Recovery Center 24/7 […]
Despite it being highly addictive and problematic for many Americans, cocaine use continues to grow in every state across the nation. What are the side effects of long-term cocaine use, though? With it being glamorized in Hollywood, can casual use be negatively impactful? In an article published in Refinery29, cocaine use doesn’t automatically constitute drug […]
The health effects and impacts of moderate to severe drinking are shifting pretty drastically. New research on alcohol and mortality, raises an obvious question: just what is dangerous drinking? According to the Centers for Disease Control, 95,000 Americans die from alcohol-related deaths annually, the annual economic impact is an estimated $250 billion. A Denver Post […]
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