As adults get older, life often becomes more structured. Careers, family responsibilities, long-term relationships, finances and health can all create routines that provide stability. These responsibilities can [...]

Financial stress can affect adults at any stage of life. However, financial concerns later in adulthood may come with unique pressures. Retirement, changes in income, [...]

Responsibility is an important part of adult life. It can mean showing up for work, paying bills, caring for family, maintaining relationships, keeping commitments and making decisions that support [...]

Trauma can have a lasting effect on both mental health and substance use. For many adults, traumatic experiences shape how the brain responds to stress, [...]

Post-traumatic stress disorder, often referred to as PTSD, is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. For many adults, PTSD [...]

When mental health conditions go untreated, individuals often struggle to manage difficult emotions, stress, and daily responsibilities. Over time, this emotional strain can lead some [...]

Asheville and Buncombe County are known for their natural beauty, vibrant culture and strong sense of community. At the same time, like many areas across [...]

What Exactly Is 7-OH? 7-Hydroxymitragynine, commonly called 7-OH, is one of the most powerful active compounds found in Mitragyna speciosa (kratom). In raw kratom leaves, [...]

In the quest for fast results and “body goals,” some people turn to drastic and unsafe methods to lose weight. One particularly dangerous choice is [...]

In recent months, a small blue bottle labeled Feel Free has quietly found its way into yoga studios, coffee shops and therapist waiting rooms. Marketed [...]

In the context of substance use and addiction, it's important to understand that not all drugs work the same way. Different substances affect an individual’s [...]

Soma is the brand name for carisoprodol, a prescription muscle relaxant used to treat short-term pain from muscle injuries or spasms. It works by affecting [...]

Marijuana use has become more common, especially with the legalization of cannabis in many states. While many people associate marijuana with relaxation and stress relief, [...]

When it comes to substance use, the terms “drug abuse” and “drug misuse” are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. While both [...]

Every year, during the third week of March, we observe National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (March 17-23), an initiative led by the National Institute [...]

In many cultures across the globe, alcohol plays an important role in social interactions, celebrations and traditions. However, in the United States, drinking culture is [...]