Search Results for: addiction

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Addiction in the LGBTQIA+ Community: Understanding Substance Abuse

  May 5, 2023

  LGBTQIA+ substance use is higher than in the straight population because of greater stigma, discrimination, trauma, stress, and mental health issues.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  50 Phenoms: How Jared Evans Overcame Addiction and Manages His Scoliosis

  December 19, 2022

  Jared struggled with pain from scoliosis and became addicted to painkillers after a failed surgery. Learn how he got the help he needed to overcome both.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, New Here, Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms

  Tagged with: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms Season 4

  

• Article - 14 Minute Read

  Unplugged: A Guide to Breaking Your Screen Addiction

  February 2, 2024

  How does screen time affect our health? And how can we limit our use? Learn more about the health benefits of breaking the screen addiction.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, New Here

  Tagged with: Digital Wellness

  

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• Article - 4 Minute Read

  How to Lower Your Risk of Opioid Addiction

  March 19, 2018

  If you've been prescribed opioids by your doctor, you should know your risk of opioid addiction and ways you can prevent dependency.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health

  Tagged with: opioid addiction

  

• Article - 2 Minute Read

  How to Stop Enabling Drug Addiction

  September 18, 2017

  Did you know your actions may be encouraging a loved one's drug addiction? Learn to recognize the signs of enabling drug use.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

  Categorized as: Family Health, Mental Health

  Tagged with: drug abuse, drug addiction, enabling, substance abuse

  

• Article - 2 Minute Read

  How Drug Addiction Happens

  September 20, 2023

  Addiction is a compelling need for something, regardless of its destructive potential. Brain chemistry, environment and biology play a role.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

  Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

  Tagged with: brain, dopamine, drug addiction, National Institute on Drug Abuse, neurotransmitter

  

• Article - 7 Minute Read

  KP Parham: Personal Struggle to Peer Support Leader at UPMC

  March 28, 2024

  KP Parham transforms lives at UPMC with his own story, leading mental health support and peer recovery with empathy and expertise.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

• Article - 4 Minute Read

  Why Am I Craving Sugar?

  March 15, 2024

  Explore why sugar cravings happen and practical tips to curb your sugar habit for a healthier, happier life. Learn to overcome your sweet tooth.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Talking to Your Children About Drug Use

  December 29, 2023

  Drug use by children and adolescents can cause long-lasting harm. Learn why you should talk to them about drug use and get tips for having a conversation.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Discovery