Today, about 2% of the total U.S. population struggles with agoraphobia. The mental health disorder, which is characterized by fear of leaving one’s home, avoidance of places and situations, and avoidance of areas in which it may be difficult to leave (e.g., parties). That disorder, which may start out as an inconvenience, may become mentally […]
Meth vs Adderall – Are They the Same?
Amphetamines are one of the most frequently prescribed drug classes, but for many of us, they are addictive. Most of us have also heard the adage that “Adderall is basically just meth”. While it’s true that Adderall and methamphetamine are both amphetamines, there are also strong differences between the two – although there’s little practical […]
How Racism Affects Mental Health
The United States population is 76.3% white, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, the other 23.7% of the population are comprised of Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Asian, and indigenous populations. All the latter experience varied and sometimes extensive racism, which affects your experiences, your life, and every aspect of your social interactions. […]
Eight Traits of Addictive Personality
An “Addictive Personality” is a hypothesized set of personality traits which frequently crop up or are present in individuals who experience substance use disorder. These traits influence risk to addiction because they are risks to addiction. This article documents 8 of the most common, including impulsivity, sensation seeking, nonconformity, social alienation, stress, mental health disorders, […]
