A Tragic Loss: Reflecting on the Death of Doug Martin and the Weight of Mental Health, CTE and Substance Struggles When former NFL star Doug Martin passed away at the age of 36, the shock was immediate—not only for the sports world, but for everyone [...]
PTSD and Substance Abuse Among Veterans in Atlanta Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance abuse are two battles that often overlap—especially among military veterans. In Atlanta, a city home to a large and proud veteran population, the intersection of these struggles paints a complex picture [...]
Atlanta’s Battle with Substance Abuse: A Crisis Beneath the Skyline Atlanta — the beating heart of the South — is known for its booming music scene, historic landmarks, and vibrant communities. Yet beneath the glamour and growth lies a quieter, devastating struggle that’s been claiming [...]
High-Functioning Alcoholics: The Hidden Epidemic When most people picture alcoholism, they imagine someone whose life is falling apart—missed workdays, broken relationships, and obvious struggles with daily responsibilities. But the reality is far more complicated. A large number of people who struggle with alcohol dependency don’t [...]
Can You Overuse Marijuana? Understanding the Risks of Heavy Use Marijuana has become increasingly popular and socially accepted, with many people using it for recreational or medical purposes. But a common question remains: can you overuse marijuana? The simple answer is yes. While marijuana might [...]
Binge Eating When Stressed We’ve all been there—one bad day turns into a carton of ice cream, a bag of chips, and three slices of pizza, all devoured before we even realize what’s happening. Binge eating when stressed is incredibly common, but if it happens [...]
Is Ozempic Safe ? In recent years, weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and others have surged in popularity as effective tools for helping individuals shed excess pounds. For many, these drugs offer hope—especially when diet and exercise alone haven’t worked. But what if you [...]
Will Cocaine Show on a Drug Test? Understanding Cocaine Detection, Addiction, and the Mental Health Connection If you’ve recently used cocaine and are wondering whether it will show up on a drug test tomorrow, the short answer is: yes, most likely it will. Cocaine is [...]
The Overlooked Side of Weight Loss: Mental Health Challenges Linked to GLP-1 Drugs Over the past few years, GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have gained immense popularity for their effectiveness in weight loss. Originally designed for managing type 2 diabetes, these medications [...]
Grounding Techniques to Calm an Anxious Mind: A Path to Sobriety and Mental Wellness Anxiety can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re navigating the challenges of addiction and the journey to sobriety. The mind races, worries multiply, and emotions swirl in a storm that feels impossible [...]
At Georgia Addiction Treatment Center, we understand that every person struggling with addiction is unique. That means that every person’s path to recovery must be unique as well. With more than 40 million Americans suffering at the hand of addiction, it is more important than ever that we address this crisis head-on.
© 2023 Georgia Addiction Treatment Center | All rights reserved
