Can Insurance Cover Rehab Admission?
Have you ever wondered whether insurance companies can cover rehab admission? The short answer is Yes. Health insurance plans generally cover the cost of treatment for substance use disorders and mental health conditions. However, the particular health insurance plan you have will determine the level of treatment that will be covered by the insurance company […]
Difference Between Marijuana Addiction And Dependence
Around 9% of individuals, who try marijuana, go on to develop an addiction. Even if the drug is not as addictive or dangerous as cocaine and heroin, it can still result in addiction and dependence. Based on a recent survey, of 1,800 people who took cannabis, 4.9% stated their drug use caused social, health, and […]
Is My Son Addicted to Marijuana?
Regularly abusing cannabis can cause biopsychosocial problems, withdrawal, and heavy intoxication. Before you can manage the disorder, you need to know how to recognize it. When under the influence, users experience psychological and behavioral changes. The typical symptoms of marijuana addiction can vary, based on the scale and severity of the addiction. Here are some […]
Even Moderate Drinking Leads to Cognitive Decline
Excessive alcohol intake is linked to a higher risk of numerous diseases and health conditions. In order to avoid these risks, people are advised to keep the alcohol consumption moderate, but that isn’t entirely safe either. The most recent study showed that even moderate drinking can lead to cognitive decline. Keep reading to find out more […]
Types Of Alcoholics
Even though alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a worldwide problem and one of the most prevalent forms of substance use disorder (SUD), it’s still largely misunderstood. Probably the biggest misconception about alcoholism is that it affects everyone the same way. Everyone’s different, so their SUD may also differ. Plus, there are different types of alcoholics, […]
Early Drinking Causes Early Death, Study Finds
Excessive drinking is responsible for more than 4300 deaths among youth in the US. Even though alcohol consumption is legal for persons under the age of 21, about 11% of all alcohol consumed in the US accounts for young people between 12 and 20 years of age. What’s more, underage drinkers consume more alcohol per occasion than […]