by Katie Sebastyn | May 9, 2025 | codependency, Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Family, Genetics and Addiction, Mental Health, Therapy
Codependency shapes relationships in ways that can deeply affect mental health and personal well-being. At its core, codependency describes a pattern where one person puts another’s needs ahead of their own, often at the expense of their emotional and...
by Katie Sebastyn | Mar 28, 2025 | Vermont's Good Samaritan Law, Addiction, Addiction Counseling, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Fentanyl Addiction, Genetics and Addiction, Therapy
Introduction Vermont’s Good Samaritan Law is an important law that protects people who help during drug overdose emergencies. This law encourages bystanders to take action without worrying about legal consequences, making it safer for those with substance use...
by Katie Sebastyn | Feb 18, 2025 | Addiction, Adderall, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, College Students, Genetics and Addiction, Marijuana, Mental Health, Prescription Drug Addiction, Substance Abuse, Therapy
The Rise of Substance Use in College: Signs, Risks, and How to Get Help Substance use among college students has reached alarming levels. Recent studies reveal that 29.3% of college students report binge drinking in the past month, while nearly 1 in 5 have used...
by Katie Sebastyn | Jan 24, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Genetics and Addiction, Mental Health, Therapy
Introduction Alcohol addiction is a complex disorder characterized by an uncontrollable urge to drink despite negative consequences. This chronic disease affects millions of lives, disrupting personal relationships, careers, and health. The medical community...
by Katie Sebastyn | Aug 6, 2024 | Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Co-occurring Disorders, Genetics and Addiction
For decades, the debate surrounding the root cause of addiction has revolved around the classic ‘nature vs. nurture’ argument. On one hand, does our genetic makeup predetermine our susceptibility to addiction? On the other hand, are environmental factors...
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