Are antidepressants addictive

Are Antidepressants Addictive?

   There is an increasing debate as to whether or not antidepressants are addictive. Some scientists and researchers state that antidepressants do cause a user to develop a tolerance and an addiction while others state the opposite. What are Antidepressants? Antidepressants are a type of prescription medication that helps to reduce symptoms of certain disorders…
Post traumatic stress disorder and addiction

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Addiction

   Post traumatic stress disorder, commonly referred to as PTSD is considered to be one of the most debilitating mental disorders. This is because it creates a feeling of loss of control in the individual. This loss of control causes people with PTSD to turn to drugs or alcohol. People use these substances to help…
Social anxiety disorder (sad) and addiction

Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) and Addiction

 Social anxiety disorder, or social phobia, and addiction can go hand in hand. Social anxiety disorder can be described as an “overpowering self consciousness” that does not allow a person to be able to interact with others in normal and everyday situations. This can lead the person to use drugs or alcohol as a way…