Category: Addiction
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Non-Opioid Treatment for Chronic Pain
In recent years, I have had to deal with chronic pain, more specifically nerve pain. My ortho doc and physical therapist determined the pain is coming from compression on nerves in my back and pelvic floor, which radiates down both my legs. My general practitioner, along with my pain management team, prescribed Gabapentin in lieu…
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Does Adderall Help with Social Anxiety?
Around seven years ago, my youngest son and I were both diagnosed with ADHD: I, a writer, and he, a high school student. I particularly have a hard time staying on track, especially with writing. It’s difficult for me to sit for long stretches, so I try to take regular breaks to get up and…
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What to Do if My Loved One is Suicidal?
Ever since the global pandemic with the covid 19 virus, we, as a global society, have become very well aware of the importance of mental health checkups and suicide prevention. Especially among teens who were isolated during the pandemic, a mental health care plan is imperative for not only their developmental growth but for their…