Addiction
Alcohol, SSRIs During Pregnancy Damage Babies
Children exposed to tobacco, cocaine, and/or marijuana during their mothers’ pregnancies perform just as well on academic tests as other children their age, according to a new study from Boston University School of Medicine. However, those exposed prenatally to alcohol score lower in tests of math, reasoning and spelling, even if they do not have fetal alcohol syndrome.
Examining Brain Differences in Siblings That Contribute to Addiction
Recent studies have shown that there are certain brain function differences in those who use stimulant drugs when compared with controls that do not use drugs. The studies have often focused on the fronto-striatal systems of the brain that are responsible for functions of self-control. Full Story
Babies Born to Women Using Ecstasy Have More Developmental Delays
Multiple studies over the years have revealed the harm that drugs can inflict on unborn children. Recently, researchers have studied the babies of mothers who had taken the drug, Ecstasy (also known as 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine or MDMA), before and during their pregnancy. Results of the first study ever conducted on this topic were published in the February 28 issue of Neurotoxicology and Tertology. Full Story
Those Born After WWII More Likely to Binge Drink and Develop Alcohol Disorders
Drinking might be influenced by a number of things from personal and societal issues, political instability, social norms and also economic fluctuations. These factors turn into different types of drinking cultures over time periods and among varying countries. Full Story
Drug Abuse Weakens the Ability to Recognize Emotion in Facial Expressions
From very early ages children can recognize the nuances of facial expressions. Infants and toddlers quickly learn to recognize happiness, sadness, or anger in their guardian’s face. As adults, we can tune in to body language and recognize the complex feelings behind each of these expressions. But some adults have lost this natural ability to recognize emotions in the human face. Full Story
Addiction Affects the Entire Family
When one family member suffers from addiction, the whole family suffers. Surrounded by the influence, some members also succumb to drugs or alcohol. Even if no other family member suffers from addiction, the ill effects trickle down to spouses and children through emotional, physical, and verbal abuse, broken promises, and feelings of hopelessness. In order for a patient to successfully heal for the long term, their entire family should be involved in the recovery process for addiction. Full Story
Brain Injuries Could Be a Precursor Into What Happens to a Person Later in Life
Researchers have identified a connection between individuals with a brain injury and addiction. Information presented at a conference in Canada indicates that if a person has a brain injury then they are more likely to be a substance abuser or incarcerated at some point in their life. Full Story
Experts Say Self-Control and Self-Awareness Critical to Addicts’ Recovery
For recovering addicts, celebrating at parties or having pills in your possession may seem to be a sign of control to the addict. Experts say, most likely it is a mark of weakness that may lead to a dangerous or deadly outcome. Full Story
New iHeal Technology Can Help Recovering Addicts Beat Cravings
Drug or alcohol treatment is highly effective in helping recovering addicts during their clinical stay period, yet many patients struggle with drug cravings and relapse following their treatment due to lack of continual clinical monitoring. Full Story
Negative Thoughts Can Inhibit Addiction Recovery
At some point in time we have all doubted ourselves. Whether it’s that we think we’re impatient, not smart enough or not pretty enough, it’s all negative self beliefs and negative self talk. Full Story
Need Help Finding an Intervention Specialist?
We can refer you to an experienced interventionist who can help you help your loved one.
The Addiction Primer: Everything You Need to Know to Get Help for a Loved One
A very inexpensive yet indispensable guide for anyone struggling with a loved one's addiction. Chapters on intervention, what to expect from rehab, and information on how addiction impacts the family.
