Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mohammed Saeed, MD. Electronic cigarettes or vaping may have been touted as a safer alternative to smoking,...
Is Adderall Dangerous?
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mohammed Saeed, MD. A combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, Adderall is the brand name of a...
Understanding the Risk of Synthetic Opioids Like Fentanyl
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mohammed Saeed, MD. People may use the terms opioids and opiates interchangeably, but they actually refer...
Are CBT and DBT Effective For Addiction Treatment?
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mohammed Saeed, MD. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) are types...
Can You Overcome Addiction If It’s Genetic?
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mohammed Saeed, MD. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), about half of a person’s...
What is Withdrawal? When Does It Occur?
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mohammed Saeed, MD. Withdrawal is the physical and mental process that someone with a substance abuse...