You may have heard the term tweaking but not understood what it actually means. For those familiar with methamphetamine, also known as meth, they know the answer to the question, “What is tweaking?” Tweaking is directly related to the abuse of this drug. Meth is a stimulant drug that comes in powder, pill, and crystal…
Opioid addiction is a serious problem that has recently affected many people in the U.S. The opioid crisis has claimed the lives of thousands of people across the country and many more struggle with addiction. Unfortunately, those dealing with addiction must be more mindful of drug combinations since prescriptions can interact with opioids and cause…
It’s essential to know the signs of alcoholism in women if you suspect someone you love is in trouble. The problem is more significant than you might think. There are an estimated 15 million individuals living with alcohol use disorder (AUD) in the U.S. Women makeup about 4.6 million of that number. Women who are…
While the terms drunk vs. alcoholic might seem like synonyms, there are distinctions, although neither term refers to a healthy state of being. How do you know when it’s time to quit drinking? When a few too many beverages leave a blank space where your memory should be, there’s a definite cause for concern. It’s…
There has never been a better time to be a sober woman. People worldwide are becoming enlightened about our global need for a shift in consciousness. Many have attributed this collective spiritual awakening to the emergence of the divine feminine. As with any spiritual or philosophical construct, the divine feminine has many definitions. She is…
Women and men share many of the major risks of drinking alcohol to excess. However, women are also exposed to risks that men don’t share. Both men and women who drink heavily can experience significant changes in their key hormones. But the changes affecting women create certain gender-specific risks. These risks affect your chances of…
Many women have fallen down the rabbit hole of drug use to stay skinny, stay awake, get some sleep, and avoid having a total mental breakdown. Now imagine if you are a female celebrity. Your entire life occurs in the spotlight, and the normal societal pressures and prejudices women face are amplified to a ridiculous…