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Substance-use disorders are complex conditions that often require treatment. Thats because using drugs (including alcohol) long-term can cause your body to become dependent on the substance. National Library of Medicine. Drug withdrawal symptoms can be mild to severe, depending on the type of substance. What causes withdrawal, and how does it impact your body? D., chief psychologist at A Mission for Michael, tells SELF. This release gives you a temporary boost or euphoric feeling that tapers off as the substance leaves your body....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. One easy way to get a quick-yet-effective total-body workout? Katie Thompson Incorporatecompound movements, which are exercises that involve multiple joints and stimulate large muscle groups. The following four-move dumbbell workout, which Fagan created for SELF, checks all of these boxes. One easy way to add it to a larger workout?...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. This learning curve is particularly important when combatting back acne because it can be more stubborn to treat. Bob Thomas / Getty Images Back acne, or bacne, refers to acne that, spoiler alert, develops on the back. For some individuals, the breakouts may appear deeper or cystic and can lead to different types of scarring....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. You may be familiar with the idea thatmultiple sclerosis(M.S.) Multiple sclerosis symptoms can affect your balance and ability to walk. damages the nerves in the spinal cord and brain, but you may not know the early M.S. symptoms that can help you identify the autoimmune disorder....

Led by trainersAstrid SwanandRidge Davis, this workout is the fourth installment in a six-part cardio series. Another plus of this routine? You dont need any equipment to get it done, making it an easy addition to your jam-packed day. Courtesy of Spacestation So if youre ready for a short cardio workout,grab a matand follow along with the video below. Workout Directions This workout has 4 circuits youll do in order....

Mood swings are part of life. But when are they signs ofbipolar disorder? Bipolar disorder can be complicated to treat, but luckily, there are severaleffective treatment options. If you experience any bipolar disorder symptoms, it’s a good idea to talk to your doctor. When you find the right ones for you, its possible to live a healthy, full life. What is bipolar disorder?|Types of bipolar disorder|Signs and symptoms|Depression|Mania|Mixed|Treatment What is bipolar disorder?...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Addiction is an emotional subjectand a notoriously touchy term for understandable reasons. Addiction types include chemical and behavioral. Thankfully, how we collectively talk about, acknowledge, and treat addiction has come a long way. These two types of addiction are typically recognized as chemical or behavioral....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. But the full 26.2-distance remained elusive to meby choice. I saved the training logs, careful programming, and the majority of my effort for mystrength training. But thenCOVID-19hit and upheaved my fitness routine, just like it did to everything else in the world. The same stuff that works for my four-milers should continue to hold true, right?...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Ulcerative colitis falls within the conditions considered to be inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Eating certain foods and avoiding others may help you avoid ulcerative colitis flares. Can certain foods really cause inflammation? The link between what we eat and chronic inflammation in the body isnt fully understood....

More than 730,000 people in the U.S. have died due to COVID-19. And nearly every state in the country has substantial or high levels of viral transmission. The pandemic is absolutely not over, no matter what you may want to believe. Angelina Bambina/Getty Images It is an opportunity to unpack problematic notions surrounding disabled and immunocompromised people. Social solidarity prioritizes people who are generally othered and treats us as important, valuable, and worthy....

Receiving or pursuing a bipolar disorder diagnosis is a brave step. The first thing to know: Youre not alone. It can also cause mood episodes with mixed features, meaning both emotional highs and lows2. Knowing the symptoms of bipolar disorder can help you pursue a diagnosis. Like many other mental health conditions, bipolar disorder doesnt just affect a persons emotions. It can also change peoples behavior and result in significant impairment in other areas of life1....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. But locating your perfect pair is only the first part of the process. Premyuda Yospim / Getty Images Just like mayonnaise, Instagram stories, and fresh bouquets, running shoes have a definite shelf life. And the more you use them, the quicker their demise. Most performance running shoes typically last about 300 to 400 miles, or four to six months....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. If you think you have the condition, then you might wonder how to spot psoriatic arthritis on feet. Psoriatic arthritis on feet can cause debilitating pain. (About 1.5 million2people in America have psoriatic arthritis.) Read on to learn about psoriatic arthritis on feet, including symptoms, treatment, and home remedies....