Substance abuse
One of the oldest misconceptions about addiction is that it comes down to a lack of willpower. The idea that someone can't get sober because they simply don't want it enough …
Wernicke's encephalopathy and Korsakoff syndrome are both forms of alcohol-related brain damage. They are caused by severe thiamine deficiency, also known as a lack of vitami …
For someone who’s never experienced addiction or doesn’t understand the science behind it, they can be forgiven for thinking it’s all to do with ‘willpower’. If you …
One of the most painful things about addiction is the feeling that you've lost yourself. You look in the mirror and don't recognise the person staring back. It can feel like …
Messaging, calling, or posting while drinking is becoming an increasing problem across the country. People find themselves saying things online they’d never express while …
ADHD medications like Ritalin and Adderall are often seen as focus boosters, with some people taking them off-label to stay sharp or get ahead. But behind the hype lies a real …
After a night of heavy drinking, the next day’s hangover presents a long list of uncomfortable and painful symptoms, one of the most common being a pulsing or “splittin …
