Dextromethorphan is an ingredient in many over-the-counter cough medicines. When used as directed, it may help reduce coughing for some people. Over-the-counter does not always mean risk-free. Adverse effects of dextromethorphan can become serious if someone takes too...
Gaming offers a fun, social outlet for many young people. But if your teen seems unable to cut back, keeps playing despite negative consequences or starts losing interest in life outside the screen, it might be time to explore whether it’s affecting their mental...
When someone you care about struggles with chronic alcohol use, their personality can seem to shift. You may notice they become more self-centered, less empathetic or defensive when confronted. In some cases, these behaviors lead people to search for the term...
More than 12 million children in the United States live with a parent who struggles with alcohol use disorder. For many of those children, growing up in an unpredictable or emotionally challenging environment can quietly shape how they view trust, communication and...
Navigating mental health challenges can feel like charting a course through the vast night sky. Sometimes, it’s hard to see the way forward, and you might feel like you’re dealing with more than one complex issue at a time. It’s a very human experience. At...
One of the first effects of alcohol use is being able to forget about your worries and feel good for a while. Many people who have depression start drinking for the temporary relief it provides. However, both untreated depression and long-term alcohol use come with...
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