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Opioids: what are they and why can they be dangerous?
What are Opioids/Opiates? The unripe seedpods of the opium poppy plant are used to make the narcotic drug, opium. Opiates and opioids are terms that are often used interchangeably, but they are different in how they are made and where they come from. Opiates come from the opium...
Support in Substance Use
Addiction is a difficult problem to solve, affecting both the people with substance use disorder and their loved ones. Sometimes, you may find that a family member or a friend is struggling with substance use, and don’t know what to do. Here are six ways that you could help them...
Feel Like You’re Experiencing Burnout? Here Are Some Tips:
Feel Like You’re Experiencing Burnout? Here Are Some Tips: So what exactly is “burnout”? It’s described as: a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion due to excessive and prolonged stress. Often, it happens when you’re feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained,...
Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) What Is Binge-Eating Disorder? Most of us have experienced eating much more than usual when we are stressed or bored. We might have even resented or felt guilty after eating a hefty meal. Compulsive overeating happens to all of us. However, if these...
Understanding How mRNA Vaccines work
Understanding How mRNA Vaccines work Vaccine technology has come a long way, allowing us to benefit from different types of vaccines to prevent various diseases. This article will discuss one of the most awe-inspiring vaccine technology breakthroughs: messenger RNA (mRNA)...
Communication in a Parent-Child Relationship
Communication in a Parent-Child Relationship One of the most important parts of any relationship, whether it be between friends, lovers, or family, is communication. That being said, sometimes expressing your feelings and ideas to others, especially if you think you know how...