Stephanie Ruiz
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Acupuncture for Addiction
The method of acupuncture has gained popularity in Western countries since China 2500 BC as an alternative and complementary therapeutic intervention, and this technique continues to grow in popularity. Acupuncture was developed to control human bodily functions by the “meridian” and “Qi and blood” systems. As a result, the technique is believed to alleviate a multitude of ailments. Below is more about the benefits of acupuncture for substance abuse.
By Stephanie Ruizabout a year ago in Humans
Drugs and Music
Listeners hear these songs condoning illicit drug use and heavy drinking, and it becomes a desirable lifestyle for them. These include songs like “Mask Off” by Future and “Can’t Feel My Face” by The Weeknd. However, the relationship between drugs and music stretches across genres and decades. Today, I'm looking into the relationship between music and substance abuse and the impact it’s had.
By Stephanie Ruizabout a year ago in Humans
How to Become an Addiction Counselor
As awareness of mental illness and addiction grows – along with access to treatment – so does the demand for qualified substance abuse counselors. Here, we’ll take you step-by-step on how to become an addiction counselor and help those impacted by drugs and alcohol achieve sobriety.
By Stephanie Ruizabout a year ago in Humans
Is Sports Betting Gambling?
Sports betting is the activity of predicting sports results and placing bets or wagers on certain outcomes. An example of sports betting would be predicting the number of goals a star player will score in a soccer match or betting on the number of three pointers a basketball player will make in the upcoming game. The goal of sports betting is, of course, to make the most accurate bets and win as much money as possible. But as more and more states legalize sports betting, many wonder whether it's gambling and whether it’s a safe habit to take up.
By Stephanie Ruiz2 years ago in Humans
Explaining Anxiety to Loved Ones
Finding the words to describe anxiety and how it makes you feel can be challenging, especially if you’re trying to explain it to a loved one. Not only are anxiety disorders complex on their own, but trying to describe them to someone who’s never experienced anxiety before or been diagnosed with a disorder can be uncomfortable and challenging. Many people don’t understand how anxiety works, and they may assume that you’re overreacting or that you can simply “get over” how you feel if you tried hard enough. For those struggling to put their mental illness into words, our guide on how to explain anxiety to loved ones might be able to help.
By Stephanie Ruiz2 years ago in Psyche