• From Herbal Tonic to Trendy Threat: The Story Behind Feel Free 

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    Not long ago, the name Feel Free might have sounded like a vague motivational slogan. Today, it’s the label on one of the most talked-about [...]

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    Microdosing: Is It Safe? What You Should Know About the Risks 

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    In recent years, “microdosing” has gone from fringe to mainstream. What started as a trend in Silicon Valley has now become a topic of interest [...]

  • “Wine Mom” Culture: What It Is, Why It Matters and How to Get Help 

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    You’ve probably seen the memes: “It’s not drinking alone if your kids are home,” or mugs and T-shirts declaring, “Mama needs her wine.” This is [...]

  • What Is Spiritual Shifting? Exploring Its Role in Mental Health and Substance Use Recovery 

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    Recovery from addiction isn’t just about breaking physical dependence—it’s about rebuilding the mind, body and spirit. That’s why many people in treatment find themselves going [...]

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    What Is Hangxiety? The Link Between Alcohol and Anxiety 

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    You wake up after a night of drinking with more than just a headache or a dry mouth—you feel overwhelmed, anxious, maybe even panicked. Your [...]

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    UV Safety Awareness Month: Protecting Your Body and Supporting Your Mental Health in Recovery 

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    July is UV Safety Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of protecting your skin and eyes from the sun’s harmful rays. But at [...]

  • What Is Pink Meth?

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    Understanding the Risks of a Dangerous and Misunderstood Drug Every few years, a new drug—or a rumor about one—makes headlines or spreads across social media. [...]

  • What Happens When You Mix Dramamine and Alcohol? 

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    Maybe you took Dramamine before a cruise, then had a drink at the bar without thinking twice. Or you popped a motion sickness tablet before [...]

  • Do Alcoholics Get Hangovers? 

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    Waking up with a pounding headache, dry mouth, nausea and a sense of regret is something many drinkers can relate to. But what happens when [...]

  • Why Does Your Heart Race When You Drink Alcohol? 

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    For many people, having a drink or two might seem harmless. But if you've ever felt your heart pounding faster than usual after drinking alcohol, [...]

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    Marijuana and Mental Decline: What You Need to Know 

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    As marijuana becomes more socially accepted and legally accessible, many people assume it's harmless. But research increasingly shows that long-term or heavy cannabis use—especially in [...]

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    Where Does the Expression “Cold Turkey” Come From? 

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    We've all heard the phrase "quitting cold turkey" at some point, especially in discussions about quitting habits or addictions. But where did this curious expression [...]