Mike Loverde

Honesty is not a trait commonly used to describe an addict or alcoholic. Because those struggling with addiction feel compelled to hide their illness and often deal with feelings of...

Addiction is a widespread problem in the United States, impacting people from all demographics, backgrounds, and income levels. Unfortunately, some common misconceptions about substance abuse present very real obstacles to...

Executive intervention can be the key factor in convincing a substance abuser to recognize they have a problem and agree to commit to professional treatment. When most Americans think of...

Alcoholism is one of the most dangerous addictions. Prolonged alcohol abuse takes a very heavy toll on the body and mind and can easily disrupt every aspect of a person’s...

Enable refers to the positive act of helping someone accomplish something that could not be done alone. Enabling also refers to the act of helping someone in such a way...

Impulses are a natural part of life. Part of what separates humans from other species is our ability to control our urges. Impulse control is how we demonstrate psychological maturity...

The United States has laws in place to protect individuals who render aid to those in distress. Narcan is a prescription drug, though not a controlled substance, that can reverse...

If people on the street were asked to name the most important organ of the human body, the organs cited most frequently would likely be the heart, brain, and lungs....

One of the biggest misconceptions about alcoholism is that it takes a long time to take effect. Many believe that serious health concerns about alcoholism require years of drinking before...