In the world of drug use, there's a hidden battle that often goes unnoticed. This fight isn't about the drugs themselves, but about the lasting effects of tough times in childhood. These tough times are called adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs for short. They can leave deep marks on a person's life, affecting everything from mental health to physical well-being....
Imagine an innovative way to break down barriers for women seeking help for health, mental health and substance use. The WE-CARE app can do the trick. It is a mobile app designed to reach out to women aged 18-44 and assist them in getting screened and diagnosed for addictions health issues, and get them the care they need. This age group can face many obstac...
2025 has brought a new beginning for Pete Davidson, the comedian known for his role on Saturday Night Live. He's been through tough times with mental health and substance abuse issues, but he's not alone in his journey. Recently, Davidson thanked celebrities like John Mulaney and Lorne Michaels for their support. An insider shared that he's taking care of himself, ea...
In the frozen lands of Greenland, a study dug into the lives of adults seeking help for substance use disorder (SUD). This research, spanning from June 2020 to December 2022, involved 1037 individuals. The core question? How do adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) tie into the substances people choose to abuse—alcohol or cannabis? Researchers found that women had a ...
Liam Payne, the former member of global sensation One Direction, lost his life in a tragic incident in Buenos Aires last October. The British singer, aged 31, fell from his hotel balcony in what investigators believe was an accident influenced by his struggle with substance abuse. Argentine prosecutors have charged five individuals in connection with Payne's death. ...
Violence, both at home and in public, is a real issue among those who rely on crack cocaine in Brazil. Researchers wanted to understand howusers of crack deal with domestic violence, how often they face public violence, and how being male or female affects these situations. They focused on whether there's any difference in how men and women who use crack experience t...
Imagine having to deal with drug addiction during a global pandemic. That's what people in Lagos, Nigeria, faced during the COVID-19 lockdown. This study dived into their experiences, focusing on how their drug use changed. It's a glimpse into a tough situation that's not often talked about. The lockdown meant people were stuck at home, with limited access to drugs....
With Medicaid expanding access to addiction treatments, it's crucial to track overdose deaths among beneficiaries. However, surprising as it may seem, no solid data exists yet to keep an eye on this life-threatening issue. Let's dig into why this matters and what might be done about it. First, it's essential to understand why tracking overdose deaths among Medicaid ...
In the heart of California, a group of Native American teens from San Bernardino gathered to discuss a topic that's often swept under the rug: mental health. This event, titled "No Big Deal, " aimed to normalize seeking help when life gets tough. Mateo Moctezuma Ortega, a representative from the Sierra Native Alliance, led the conversation. They talked about how scho...
Cannabis use among teens is a growing concern, especially in places like Iran. The Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach, or A-CRA, is a technique that's shown promise in helping teens kick the habit. A recent study in Tehran put A-CRA to the test. Researchers looked at 40 male teens, aged 15 to 18, all struggling with cannabis use disorder (CUD). They split th...