Understanding Addiction vs. Dependency
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands One of the many misconceptions about substance use and addiction is that addiction equates to dependence or vice versa. It is essential to understand that, although sometimes these terms are used interchangeably, they are not the same. The difference between addiction and dependence can be […]
How Does Alcohol Use and Dependence Affect Your Health?
Almost 70% of Americans over age 18 reported drinking alcohol in 2019, and that was before the added stress of an ongoing pandemic. Recent data suggest that future surveys will report a dramatic spike in alcohol use throughout the country since the start of the pandemic. For many, alcohol has provided a source of relief […]
Marketing Opioids: Prescribed Use and Dependence
Marketing Opioids: Prescribed Use and Dependence Opioids are a class of drugs prescribed to alleviate pain; however, their addictive nature has caused many patients to become dependent upon them. The aggressive marketing of these drugs has created a public health crisis that has had a devastating impact on millions’ lives across the country and beyond. […]