Understanding Emotional Abuse
Understanding Emotional Abuse Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu Abuse is a significant risk factor that can lead a person to use alcohol and other drugs initially and repeatedly. When people consider abuse, they often think of physical abuse. While physical abuse can contribute to substance use, it is […]
What Is Psychological Dependence?
Updated on 02/19/24 Content Reviewed by Cameron Bolish, M.Ed. When a person thinks of dependence on alcohol or other drugs, physical dependence is likely the first thing that comes to mind. Physical dependence is when a person becomes reliant on a chemical substance to function. It is characterized by increased tolerance when using a substance […]