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Social Media Addiction in Teens: Warning Signs

Addiction Treatment

Social media is a big part of teenagers' everyday lives. It helps them stay connected with friends, share their thoughts, and learn new things. However, spending too much time online…

Couple in deep conversation, tense atmosphere while talking about porn addiction

Is Porn Addiction Real? What Research Says

Addiction Recovery

Porn addiction is a subject many people struggle to talk about openly, yet it impacts countless lives. At Promises Atlanta, we understand that addiction can take many forms and deeply…

Couple sitting together, looking concerned about man showing signs of gaming addiction

How to Support a Loved One with Gaming Addiction

Addiction Treatment

It can be tough to watch someone you care about struggle with something that’s hard to understand. Gaming may seem like a hobby, but for some, it becomes a serious…

Person playing slot machine in casino not realizing signs of gambling addiction

The Psychology Behind Gambling Addiction

Addiction Treatment

Why do some people risk everything for one more chance to win? Gambling addiction isn’t just about money. It’s about emotions, stress, and how the brain responds to reward and…

Two women engaged in conversation about prescription drug addiction

Is Prescription Drug Abuse on the Rise?

Addiction Treatment

Over the past decade, more people have been turning to prescription medications, sometimes in ways that are harmful or unintentional. What starts as a treatment for pain, anxiety, or sleep…

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Understanding Kratom Use and Its Risks

Substance Abuse Treatment

Kratom is often talked about as a “natural” or “safe” way to feel better, but the truth is more complicated. Many people turn to kratom for energy, pain relief, or…

Two women engaged in conversation discuss marijuana addiction

Can Marijuana Be Addictive? What Science Says

Marijuana Addiction Treatment

Marijuana is often seen as harmless, but for some people, it becomes something they can’t stop using—even when it’s causing issues. As conversations around cannabis continue to change, more people…

Person sitting on couch with laptop talking to provider about meth addiction

The Long-Term Effects of Methamphetamine Abuse

Meth Addiction Treatment

Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, is a highly potent and dangerous stimulant capable of rapidly consuming a person's life. What may start as a single use can quickly escalate into…

Two women engaged in serious conversation about heroin and opioid addiction

Comparing Heroin and Prescription Opioid Addiction

Heroin Addiction Treatment

Opioid addiction can impact anyone, regardless of age, background, or personal story. For some, it begins with a prescribed pain medication after an injury or surgery. For others, it starts…

distressed woman bits her fingernails thinking about the effects of benzos on the brain

How Benzodiazepines Affect the Brain and Body

Addiction Recovery

For people struggling with anxiety, sleep issues, or past trauma, prescription medications can feel like a lifeline. Benzodiazepines—often called “benzos”—are commonly used to calm the mind and body. However, what…

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Social Media Addiction in Teens: Warning Signs

Is Porn Addiction Real? What Research Says

How to Support a Loved One with Gaming Addiction

The Psychology Behind Gambling Addiction

Is Prescription Drug Abuse on the Rise?

Understanding Kratom Use and Its Risks

Can Marijuana Be Addictive? What Science Says

The Long-Term Effects of Methamphetamine Abuse

Comparing Heroin and Prescription Opioid Addiction

How Benzodiazepines Affect the Brain and Body

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