Up to 50% of individuals with eating disorders also struggle with substance use disorders and up to 35% of individuals with substance use disorders also have eating disorders; Bulimia Nervosa being most commonly linked to substance abuse. The findings of the National Center on Substance Abuse indic...
When a man or woman becomes dependent on a drug, such as Heroin, a physiological withdrawal state will occur when the drug use is stopped or reduce. Physical withdrawal symptoms can last from 48-72 hours or as long as 30-60 days. This is dependent on the quantity, frequency, type, and...
Lean on your friends, family and support groups to help you through this period. Most importantly, focus on:Going to your treatment sessions as scheduled Taking care of your body by eating healthy food and exercising. Avoid other mind-altering drugs, including alcohol. Avoid triggers like ...
which is why it’s in the best interest of both parties to put a stop to such behavior. As one study on the topic reports, those who engage in bullying may bemore likely to experienceantisocial personality disorders, substance use issues, depression, and anxiety ...
Attempting to live with a sexual addiction is extremely complicated. It is difficult to live a normal life as the addict is constantly focused and obsessed with fulfilling their sexual desires. They then give in to acting on the compulsive need to alleviate the stress and anxiety that has been...
A literature review was conducted to examine the main nutritional risks and malnutrition issues faced by adolescent athletes that present disordered eating attitudes or eating disorders. Most studies refer to adult elite athletes, however research on adolescent athletes also indicates that the most common...