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The Cycle of Addiction

The addicted brain is chemically and physiologically poles apart from a normal brain; it has been clearly demonstrated by drug and alcohol addiction research. The indication of addiction being a neurological disorder is life-threatening when it comes to understanding its development and the recovery process. In the end, a person can actually stop the addiction cycle and […]

Does Coffee Improve Brain Performance?

Unless you are more of a fan of hot chocolate or tea, you will have to agree that a morning ritual isn’t complete without a hot cup of joe. According to the National Coffee Association, 7 in 10 Americans drink coffee every week at an average rate of three cups per day. It’s no question […]

Social Media Addiction: Putting a Strain on Mental Health?

As information becomes faster and more accessible, people are becoming closer to each other than they realize. Through social media, they can share their interests and personal lives in an instant and for the whole world to see. With platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, it’s possible to fill others in on what we think, […]

Alcohol Dependence: Finding a Way Out of the Bottle

Most people can hazard a drink or two at a party. But when someone’s life revolves around a bottle of gin, then that person needs a hand out of alcohol dependence. Alcohol dependence (more commonly known as alcoholism) continues to be a major public health issue in the United States. What is alcohol dependence? To […]

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