Alcohol addiction is a complex and challenging issue that affects millions of people worldwide. In 2021, more than 29.5 individuals ages 12 and older had an alcohol use disorder (AUD).
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Opioid abuse is troubling in the United States, with more than 10 million people admitting to misusing opioids in 2022. Nearly three-quarters of all drug overdose deaths involved an opioid, resulting in more than 80,000 deaths last year.
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Battling insomnia can be incredibly challenging. Lack of sleep can affect your mood, appetite, motivation, and ability to focus or function productively throughout the day. When fighting a bout of insomnia, many Americans tend to turn toward over-the-counter nighttime sleep aids to get a restful night of sleep.
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Drinking alcohol can have a wide range of effects on your body and mind. In the moment, you may enjoy the pleasant effects of feeling more outgoing and confident. Drinking too much can lead to loss of coordination, dizziness, nausea, and more.
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Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a prescription drug used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).[1] While this medication is effective in helping people cope with the symptoms of ADHD, it is known to be highly addictive and habit-forming.
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Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is a condition caused by exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Babies born with fetal alcohol syndrome may have varying symptoms, but the effects of the condition last forever. There are no treatments or cures for fetal alcohol syndrome, but early diagnosis and support can help people live with the condition as fully as possible.
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Many people drink alcohol for its pleasant effects. A glass of wine, cocktail, or beer can give people feelings of calm and relaxation. But drinking too much alcohol can lead to intoxication, and advanced stages of intoxication can lead to serious harm to your health–and even death.
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Nearly 14.5 million people ages 12 and older in the U.S. had an alcohol use disorder (AUD) in 2020, but only about 10% received any type of formal treatment.[1] One of the biggest obstacles facing people struggling with alcoholism and sobriety is alcohol withdrawal.
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According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 14.5 million (nearly 15 million) people ages 12 and older (5.3 percent of this age group) had an alcohol use disorder (AUD).[1] Alcohol use disorder, often referred to as alcoholism, is a serious and complex disorder characterized by loss of control over the amount and frequency that you drink. Without professional treatment, many alcoholics get worse over time.
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Parenting is full of joys and challenges. You love your children from the moment they are born and throughout each stage of life. While your role as a parent changes as your children reach adulthood, your love for them remains constant.
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Kelly is a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who earned her Master of Science degree in Nursing with a concentration in mental health at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Kelly has fourteen years nursing experience as a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, and Advanced Practice Nurse in both psychiatric and substance use disorder settings. She has worked in inpatient settings as well as provided community nursing as a Nurse Practitioner. Kelly brings empathy to an underserved population and her clients share that they feel listened to without judgment.
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