Many people believe that when they consume alcohol, they become livelier. And they are right. Alcohol can act as a stimulant in lower doses. However, if you consume too much alcohol, you will notice its impairment effects. At this stage, it is quite easy for someone to lose their awareness and engage in activities they…
Addiction is a common mental illness in our society. It affects millions of adults in the United States. But how does one become an addict? We all know that the first time use of most drugs is unlikely to land you in an addiction treatment center such as Blueprint Recovery. There are stages of addiction…
Around one-third of adults above age 16 have used drugs at some point in their lives. Some of these people voluntarily decided to use drugs. But for others, the myths about drugs floating around may have played a role in pushing them to try the drug use. Usually, these myths sound convincing. They give the…
It is possible to live with a drug user without knowing their habits. Drug use is a progressive process. In the earlier stages, the user will exhibit subtle symptoms of drug use. But as they progress, the symptoms of addiction become pronounced. But at this point, it may be too late. The user may already…
Long-term use of any drug will ultimately affect your health and life. The severity of these effects will depend on the drug you are using. Some drugs will have severe effects after long-term use. A good example can be meth. There are millions of people in our country who use meth. Whether these users are…
If you are dealing with trauma in your life, whether it’s from the past or the present, you may feel like your life is spinning around in circles. People do not usually process trauma well unless they participate in trauma therapy. It’s especially difficult if you are self-medicating, which is common for people who have…
If you are dealing with an addiction problem, there may be a chance your life was affected by childhood trauma. In fact, childhood trauma and addiction are closely connected. Of course, not everyone who has addiction issues was a victim of childhood trauma, but most people who have been a victim of trauma struggles with…
Coping skills are so essential for anyone who is in the process of recovering from drug addiction. The struggle to find sobriety is a challenge. It may lead to depression, anxiety, and family issues. The path to healing is often filled with ups and downs, but the reward of making it to the end is…
Overcoming codependency is a challenge that many faces. Not only do people deal with codependency, but they have substance use disorders that go along with it. Not surprisingly, codependency and substance abuse go hand in hand. Once you understand the dynamics of codependency, you’ll see how it’s often connected with substance abuse. In addition, being…
Several types of mental illness exist that make it difficult for people to cope in life, especially when stress disrupts their lives. Many people with mental health disorders turn to drugs or alcohol to soothe their pain. This, in turn, leads to a substance use disorder. Co-occurring conditions, such as mental illness and substance abuse…