Robert F. Kennedy Jr. once claimed that using narcotics made him do better in school. In the midst of his presidential campaign, the independent candidate discussed his history of drug …
Addiction hits closer to home than many of us might realize. According to the 2023 United States National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 48.5 million Americans over the age …
Addiction is a terrible disease that affects almost 50 million people in the U.S. — as well as their family members, friends and other loved ones. When we talk about …
If you love someone with a drug or alcohol problem, then you’re probably well aware that it can be incredibly confusing to know what to say or do. You want …
Semaglutide and tirzepatide work by mimicking the action of GLP-1, a hormone found naturally in the body. These drugs act on GLP-1 receptors in the pancreas to trigger the release …
Quitting smoking is notoriously tough, with cravings often making it feel impossible. The reason why this happens is due to the chemical nicotine within the cigarette. Nicotine stimulates the release …
When I visited my family in Montreal after spending two weeks in a psych ward abroad, I quickly understood one thing: I would be living out of my carry-on while …
WASHINGTON (NewsNation) — Former President Donald Trump said he “understands” how President Joe Biden feels dealing with a loved one who is struggling with addiction, as both men eschewed alcohol …
WARNING: This article contains sensitive descriptions regarding suicide. Please read with discretion. Danielle Megaffin was once a self-proclaimed party girl. “I was a really bad addict and alcoholic and I …
Deb Surine’s life will likely end right where it started. The 42-year-old Calgary woman has moved back to the family farm she spent much of her childhood on in Saskatchewan. …