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Mental Health Effects of Substance Use
Addiction

Understanding the Long-Term Mental Health Effects of Substance Use

The Mental Cost of Substance Use Addiction affects more than just the body. Over time, long-term substance use begins to alter how the brain functions, how we experience emotions, and how we respond to everyday stressors. While physical consequences like liver damage or heart problems are often discussed, the psychological

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Hidden addiction in adults
Addiction

Hidden Addiction in Adults: Signs, Risks, and Treatment Options

Addiction Behind Closed Doors Addiction doesn’t always look the way people expect it to. While media often portrays it as chaotic or visibly destructive, many individuals quietly struggle with substance use disorders while maintaining jobs, relationships, and daily responsibilities. This is especially true for adults who have learned to mask

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addiction and mental health in Columbia SC
Addiction

Breaking the Stigma: Understanding Addiction as a Mental Health Disorder

Understanding the Connection Between Addiction and Mental Health For years, addiction has been misunderstood by the public. Many people believed it was solely a lack of willpower or poor moral character. But today, science has firmly established that addiction is a chronic brain disorder that affects how individuals think, behave,

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