Introduction Benzodiazepines are a class of central nervous system depressant drugs. They were discovered in the 1950s and were said to be useful and safe in the treatment of anxiety, depression, insomnia, etc. Problems with the use of the drug like those of dependency, abuse, misuse and addiction came to the fore in the 1980s.When […]
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Motivational Interviewing, or MI, is a client-centered counseling approach that helps individuals resolve ambivalence and build motivation for change. Unlike traditional directive methods, MI focuses on collaboration, empathy, and respect for the client’s autonomy. Counselors act as guides, helping clients explore their thoughts and feelings while discovering personal reasons to change. Rooted in the work
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In the journey of addiction recovery, silence can often feel heavier than words. When emotions overwhelm and thoughts spiral, journaling becomes a safe space to release, reflect, and rebuild At Anatta Humanversity, where recovery is nurtured through a mind body soul approach, writing is more than a habit; it is therapy on paper. Addiction often
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What began as a so-called “harmless sedative” in the 1960s has today become one of the most dangerous illegal drugs in the world. Known as Mandrax, this substance has destroyed countless lives, families, and futures. At Anatta Humanversity, we see firsthand how something once prescribed for sleep can spiral into a devastating dependency. Mandrax, or
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Meth addiction doesn’t just damage the body—it devastates relationships, careers, and self-worth. But the real question remains: is meth physically addictive, or only psychological? In truth, meth addiction is both. The drug hijacks the brain’s reward system, rewires thinking, and destroys emotional stability while also causing painful physical dependence. Recognizing the crystal meth addiction symptoms
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Mephedrone or MDMA: Two party highs, one dangerous path knows the difference before it costs more than just the night. What seems like fleeting euphoria at festivals or nightclubs can quickly turn into intense cravings, psychological dependence, and long-term health risks. Both drugs hijack the brain’s chemistry, trapping users in cycles they cannot escape alone.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) doesn’t offer a single, specific definition of “addiction” but rather describes it as a neuropsychological disorder characterized by a compulsive need to use a drug or engage in a behaviour that yields a natural reward, despite facing substantial harm and other negative consequences. This compulsive behaviour involves complex interactions between brain
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Substance Use Disorders or Addiction in common parlance, is a disorder of the individual as a whole wherein, the substance use has reached a stage wherein, it consumes the individual’s every waking moment and hijacks the ability to think, emote and act rationally. When one is in it, one is blinded to what it is
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When someone you love is caught in the cycle of addiction whether to alcohol, drugs, or prescription medications it is easy to focus only on the substance use. But often, the real challenge lies deeper: in the unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that fuel unhealthy behaviors. One powerful approach to breaking this cycle is Rational Emotive
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Eckhart Tolle, in The Power of Now, says, “What characterizes addiction? Quite simply, this, you no longer feel that you have the choice to stop.” With substance use, one tends to live in one’s mind, either using or planning to use, isolating oneself from friends and family. The body goes through its suffering. Alcohol and
