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Articles related to substance-abuse

A close-up of a young woman resting her head on a table, eyes closed, with a tired or somber expression. Her hand is holding a glass of amber liquid, possibly alcohol. The focus is on the glass, while her face is blurred in the background.

Therapists Explain How To Quit Drinking

Krystal Batista is a Dance/Movement Therapist at Charlie Health, specializing in supporting children and adolescents.

Clinically Reviewed By: Krystal Batista

Written By: Sarah Fielding

Woman reading the label on a prescription pill bottle, symbolizing careful medication management and understanding how Suboxone works and when it begins to take effect.

How Long Does It Take for Suboxone to Start Working?

Cecilia Masikini is a Creative Arts Therapist at Charlie Health.

Clinically Reviewed By: Cecilia Masikini

Written By: Ashley Laderer

Young man standing outside in nature with a reflective expression, representing self-awareness and the journey toward understanding alcohol abuse treatment options.

Understanding Alcohol Abuse Treatment Options, According to Therapists

Nicole Lonano is a Group Facilitator at Charlie Health.

Clinically Reviewed By: Nicole Lonano

Written By: Ashley Laderer

Woman feeling calm and reflecting on her progress in her opioid use disorder treatment

What to Know About Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Options

Chris Hinton is a Charlie Health Group Facilitator.

Clinically Reviewed By: Chris Hinton

Written By: Ashley Laderer

Man reading a prescription label at home, symbolizing attention to medication guidelines while taking low dose Naltrexone.

Low Dose Naltrexone: What to Avoid While Taking It, According to Experts

Erin Husting, a Primary Therapist at Charlie Health

Clinically Reviewed By: Erin Husting

Written By: Ashley Laderer

Man reading a medication bottle at home, representing careful consideration of Naltrexone for Alcohol Use Disorder treatment.

What to Know About Taking Naltrexone for Alcohol Use Disorder

Erin Husting, a Primary Therapist at Charlie Health

Clinically Reviewed By: Erin Husting

Written By: Ashley Laderer

Woman holding prescription pills and a glass of water, representing the start of treatment for Xanax dependency.

Xanax Addiction Treatment: A Guide to Lasting Recovery

Tairesha “Sunflower” Flemister, LMSW, is a Charlie Health Contemplative Practitioner specializing in integrating evidence-based modalities with holistic practices.

Clinically Reviewed By: Tairesha "Sunflower" Flemister

Written By: Ashley Laderer

Close-up of multiple small pills, representing the risk of dependency and misuse associated with Xanax.

Xanax Addiction: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment

Dr. Shanard Clemons, Ed.D, is a high school counselor and Group Facilitator with Charlie Health specializing in treating conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.

Clinically Reviewed By: Dr. Shanard Clemons

Written By: Ashley Laderer

Close-up of a whipped cream canister with its cap removed, highlighting the equipment commonly misused when inhaling nitrous oxide, also known as “whippets.”

The Truth About Whippets Drug Abuse

Courtney Way is a Creative Arts Therapist at Charlie Health.

Clinically Reviewed By: Courtney Way

Written By: Ashley Laderer

Woman feeling overwhelmed and coming to face the reality that she's an alcoholic.

The (Common) Stages of Alcoholism, According to Therapists

Cecilia Masikini is a Creative Arts Therapist at Charlie Health.

Clinically Reviewed By: Cecilia Masikini

Written By: Alex Bachert, MPH

Beginning the process of recovery

How the Stages of Change Can Help You Cope With Addiction

Nicole Lonano is a Group Facilitator at Charlie Health.

Clinically Reviewed By: Nicole Lonano

Written By: Alex Bachert, MPH

Man at home battling his alcoholism and ADHD

Understanding the Link Between ADHD and Alcohol Abuse

Clinically Reviewed By: Rebecca Holland

Written By: Ashley Laderer

Emotional teenage boy stressed about marijuana use.

A Psychiatrist Explains Marijuana Addiction Treatment

Clinically Reviewed By: Rebecca Holland

Written By: Ashley Laderer

Portrait of teenage girl recovering from substance use sharing feelings in a group therapy circle

Emotional Sobriety Could Be the Key to Substance Use Recovery

Clinically Reviewed By: Sarah Lyter

Written By: Ashley Laderer

A woman who has cannabis use disorder sits on her couch.

Understanding Cannabis Use Disorder: Symptoms & Treatment

Clinically Reviewed By: Sarah Lyter

Written By: Charlie Health Editorial Team

A young man struggling with substance abuse receives harm reduction resources with a counselor.

Harm Reduction vs. Abstinence: Comparing Approaches to Treating Substance Use Disorder

Clinically Reviewed By: Dr. Jaime Ballard

Written By: Adam Bean

A man is learning about medication-assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder.

What to Know About Medication-Assisted Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder

Clinically Reviewed By: Dr. Eli Muhrer

Written By: Sarah Fielding

A woman listens to her therapist talk about medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder.

A Guide to Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

Clinically Reviewed By: Dr. Eli Muhrer

Written By: Sarah Fielding

A woman is with her friend on a walk talking about pink cloud syndrome.

Pink Cloud Syndrome: Understanding Euphoria in Early Recovery

Clinically Reviewed By: Rebecca Holland

Written By: Ashley Laderer

A teen is hungover at school after drinking alcohol last night.

Everything You Need to Know About Teen Alcohol Abuse

Clinically Reviewed By: Rebecca Holland

Written By: Alex Bachert, MPH

A young man experiences greening out.

What is Greening Out? Recognizing and Preventing Cannabis Overdose

Clinically Reviewed By: Rebecca Holland

Written By: Ashley Laderer

A young woman hugs her partner who is experiencing a substance abuse problem. She is using tips to help her partner and support him.

4 Tips for How to Help a Loved One With a Substance Abuse Problem

Clinically Reviewed By: Dr. Don Gasparini

Written By: Charlie Health Editorial Team

Woman in a chair who is very anxious after drinking alcohol.

5 Ways Alcohol Affects Mental Health

Clinically Reviewed By: Dr. Don Gasparini

Written By: Charlie Health Editorial Team

Young girl struggling with depression and substance abuse issues

What is a Co-Occurring Disorder?

Clinically Reviewed By: Dr. Don Gasparini

Written By: Charlie Health Editorial Team

A teen girl struggling with kleptomania

Impulse Control Disorders: Types, Causes, and Treatment

Clinically Reviewed By: Dr. Don Gasparini

Written By: Charlie Health Editorial Team

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