Opioids: What Are They, and How Do They Work?
When most people hear the word “opioid,” they usually think of painkillers. Although that is true, many people are less familiar with how opioids actually […]
What Is Drug Withdrawal?
Most people have experienced some form of withdrawal, even if they have never thought of it that way. For example, someone who regularly drinks coffee […]
Brain Chemistry and Substance Use: What’s Going On Behind the Scenes?
When people think about substance use, they often focus on behavior or choices. What is less visible, but just as important, is what is happening […]
What Are the Different Kinds of Stress?
Stress is something most people recognize, but fewer realize how many forms it can take. Not all stress is the same, and understanding the differences […]
Good Samaritan Laws: What Should I Know?
When an emergency such as an overdose arises and someone’s health is in question, there may be some hesitation to help because we are unsure […]
Risk Factors for Substance Use Disorder Among Youth
When we talk about prevention, it can be tempting to look for a single cause or a clear warning sign. In reality, substance use disorder […]
Speaking Up Matters: Self-Advocacy and Opioids
Self-advocacy is a skill that develops over time, but its foundation is simple: asking questions, understanding options, and feeling comfortable speaking up about your own […]
Pressed Pills: What Are They?
Pressed pills, sometimes referred to as counterfeit or fake pills, are tablets that are made to look like legitimate prescription medications but are produced outside […]
Managing Pain Without Opioids
Even as awareness efforts expand, opioid medications continue to play a major role in modern medicine. In certain situations like acute injuries, post-surgical recovery, or […]
Always a Pleasure, Bemidji!
Last week we made another trip up to Bemidji to speak in the middle and high school, and as always, we had a wonderful time. […]