What are the keys to getting sober? We asked Dr. Mike Ronsisvalle, Psy.D., the CEO and owner of LiveWell Behavioral Health, to offer some insight.

CLEMMONS, N.C. (WFMY)-- 15-year-old Nathan Clemons grew up surrounded by addiction. "I've seen it first hand because my biological dad was an alcoholic. And you know he used to do a whole bunch of ...

Is addiction really a choice? Experts say no. Discover how science is redefining addiction as a brain disease—and why ...

As addiction becomes ingrained, the craving for drugs intensifies even as they become less enjoyable.‌ In my own experience with cocaine, this disconnect was pronounced. At first, I found it ...

Recognizing what’s “normal” grieving and what’s not, the risk factors for addiction, and implementing effective coping strategies can help prevent grief from escalating into SUD or help ...

Teaching coping skills like ‘self-validation’ that can help anyone facing challenging situations. “Gosh the feeling that I’m having is so bad. I’m just going to notice it for a second.

A Prodigal Parent has launched new resources for parents of children with addiction, including expert guides, parenting ...

Teen addiction is a growing concern, here in the US, and worldwide. Whether it’s substances, like drugs and alcohol, or behavioral addictions, like gaming and social media, adolescents are ...

You can then take steps to restructure your thought patterns and cultivate new, beneficial coping strategies to take the place of self-harm. ... Drug misuse and addiction. (2020) ...

While being back at school — the place where Jay’s addiction was sparked and fed — can be challenging, Geist said so far Jay has been able to use the coping skills she learned in the program ...