Observed annually on December 1, World AIDS Day raises awareness about HIV/AIDS, supports those living with the virus, and honors lives lost. It’s also a…
Poppers, also known as amyl nitrite, are a fast-acting inhalant that delivers a quick high. Originally developed to relieve chest pain, they found widespread use…
Observed annually on October 11, National Coming Out Day is one of the most important events on the LGBTQ calendar. It encourages people to live…
Once touted as a weight loss aid and cognitive enhancer, methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, has since become notorious as a highly addictive and dangerous…
Once available in health food stores and marketed as a supplement for fat loss, muscle growth, and stress relief, GHB, or gamma-hydroxybutyrate, is now classified…
The statistics on LGBTQ substance misuse paint a sobering picture: LGBTQ adults are 1.5 to 3 times more likely than heterosexuals to have an alcohol-use…
Congratulations on completing your treatment program! Whether it was 30, 60, or 90 days, you’ve taken a huge step toward overcoming your substance use and…
As tough as it is to admit, relapses are a common part of the recovery process. Family, friends, and therapists understand this, but it doesn’t…
Sally (MDA) and Molly (MDMA) are synthetic party drugs belonging to both the amphetamine (stimulant) and phenethylamine (psychedelic) drug classes. They share a common chemical…
Before heading to residential treatment, it’s important to do more than just talk to your boss and coordinate transportation. Indeed, careful packing is a big…