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Medically reviewed by Kevin Wandler, MD, Chief Medical Advisor Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after a person lives through or witnesses something frightening, dangerous or shocking. Combat, sexual or physical assault, a serious car crash, a natural disaster, childhood abuse and the sudden death of someone close are all
Medically reviewed by Kevin Wandler, MD, Chief Medical Advisor Mutual-support groups are one of the most accessible tools in recovery. They are free, widely available and full of people who understand what you are going through. Two of the most well-known options are Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and SMART Recovery. Both
Medically reviewed by Kevin Wandler, MD, Chief Medical Advisor Many people in recovery from addiction worry that their history could cost them a job or keep them from being treated fairly. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) offers important protections for many people with substance use disorders, especially those who
Medically reviewed by Kevin Wandler, MD, Chief Medical Advisor When you or someone you love is in serious emotional distress, the options can blur together. People say “inpatient,” “the psych ward,” “residential” and “treatment center” as if they all mean the same thing. They do not. Each describes a different
Medically reviewed by Kevin Wandler, MD, Chief Medical Advisor Finishing a treatment program is an accomplishment worth recognizing. For many people, the next big step is going back to work. It can bring a mix of feelings: relief at returning to routine, pride in your progress, and some anxiety about
Medically reviewed by Kevin Wandler, MD, Chief Medical Advisor Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is often pictured as a childhood condition, the kid who cannot sit still in class. But symptoms that begin in childhood frequently continue into adulthood, and many adults were never diagnosed when they were young. Instead, they grew
Medically reviewed by Kevin Wandler, MD, Chief Medical Advisor For many people, the first drink of the evening feels like finally exhaling. Shoulders drop, the mental to-do list goes quiet and the worry that has been humming all day fades into the background. It makes sense that people with anxiety
Medically reviewed by Kevin Wandler, MD, Chief Medical Advisor When you start researching addiction treatment, you may see references to “ASAM levels” or hear an admissions coordinator talk about finding the right level of care. It can sound like insider language, but the idea behind it is simple: people need
Medically reviewed by Kevin Wandler, MD, Chief Medical Advisor Benzodiazepines, often called benzos, include medications such as alprazolam (Xanax), clonazepam (Klonopin), lorazepam (Ativan) and diazepam (Valium). They are commonly prescribed for anxiety and panic because they work quickly. For someone in the grip of a panic attack, that speed can
Medically reviewed by Kevin Wandler, MD, Chief Medical Advisor Adderall is a prescription stimulant that helps many adults manage ADHD and, less commonly, narcolepsy. When taken as prescribed and monitored by a clinician, it can be an important part of treatment. When it is taken in higher amounts, used without
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