Differences Between Mental and Physical Addiction

The best way to describe mental and physical addiction is to determine the difference between want and need. A person may want some drinks but the body isn’t physically desiring alcohol. Physical addiction is when the body requires alcohol to function. Mental addiction is both physical and physiological. A physical addiction to alcohol is different Read More…

How Ambien Abuse Starts

What is Ambien and why is it abused? Ambien is the brand name for a sedative medication that is used as a short term treatment for insomnia. The medication is designed to help insomniacs feel calm, relaxed and very sleepy. It works by slowing brain activity which results in feelings of intense relaxation and sleepiness. Read More…