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Addiction

Hungry Ghosts

Hungry ghosts represent emptiness and need. Both are components of addiction that move through society through inflicted trauma and resulting stress.

Your Story of Self

Transforming self-identity to address addiction begins with the story of self and what we think is possible.

Recovery a Form of Post-Traumatic Growth

Recovery from addiction may yield post-traumatic growth (PTG).

50-Year Review: Addiction As Social Disease

Societal views toward addiction since the start of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) 50 years ago and the opioid crisis.

ADHD a Risk Factor for Addiction

ADHD increases addiction risk. Yet fewer girls and women are diagnosed, increasing their susceptibility.

Create a “Quit Cannabis” Program Just for You

Cannabis use disorder benefits from CBT and MET therapies, both of which share elements in a universal treatment for addiction.