self-medication
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DocSnipesMar 18, 2026Physiological and Diagnostic Challenges of Addiction in Aging Adults
HealthCellular Age vs. Chronological AgePharmacokineticsDrug Half-lifeLiver and Kidney Clearance
HealthyGamerGGJun 16, 2025Understanding the Socially Anxious Extrovert: Neuroscience, Paradoxical Desires, and Overcoming Avoidance
PsychologySocially anxious extrovertIntroversionExtroversionSocial anxiety- DocSnipesNov 3, 2024
Revolutionary Mind-Body Strategies for ADHD, Addiction, and Trauma: Addressing Neuroatypicality and Stress Response Dysregulation
PsychologyADHDAddictionTraumaImpulse Control - DocSnipesOct 3, 2024
The Dark Truth: How Uncontrolled Addiction & Mental Illness in Caregivers Cause Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Intergenerational Trauma
PsychologyAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)Intergenerational TraumaFight or Flight ResponseAutonomic Nervous System (ANS) - DocSnipesSep 22, 2024
The Interconnected Impacts of Trauma and Addiction on Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, and Spiritual Well-being
PsychologyAddictionTraumaPIECES of life (Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, Spiritual)Fight-or-flight response - DocSnipesJul 31, 2024
Addiction Counselor's Guide to the Neuroscience and Pharmacology of Stimulants
PsychologyNeurotransmittersDopamineNorepinephrine (Noradrenaline)Serotonin (5HT) - DocSnipesFeb 15, 2024
Understanding Addiction: Prevalence, Brain Changes, Diagnostic Criteria, and Recovery Challenges
PsychologyAddiction (as a primary, chronic disease)Substance Use Disorder (SUD)IntoxicationWithdrawal - HealthyGamerGGJan 5, 2024
Reclaiming Happiness: Cultivating Inner Contentment in an Objectively Harder World
PsychologyAgency over happinessSurrendering happinessComparison as a thief of joyMind emptiness - DocSnipesDec 8, 2023
Semaglutide (Wegovy) for Alcohol Use Disorder: Cautious Optimism and Current Research Limitations
HealthSemaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistLeptinDopamine system - DocSnipesSep 26, 2023
Comprehensive Models of Addiction: Addressing Co-occurring Disorders, Trauma, and the Evolution of Treatment Theories
PsychologyCo-occurring disordersSelf-medication hypothesisDSM diagnostic caveatsNeurotransmitter dysregulation - DocSnipesMar 15, 2023
Addiction and Co-Occurring Disorder Diagnosis and Treatment Overview for Counselors
PsychologyAddiction (ASAM/DSM-5-TR definition)Co-occurring disorders (Comorbid disorders)HPA axis dysregulationMicrobiome alteration - DocSnipesMar 14, 2023
Recovery Strategies for Loved Ones of Individuals with Addiction: Prioritizing Self-Care and Boundaries
RelationshipsAddiction maintenanceCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Trauma-informed approachesRich and meaningful life - DocSnipesFeb 27, 2023
Demystifying Trauma Responses: 12 Unrecognized Signs of PTSD and Traumatic Injury
PsychologyTraumatic InjuryPost-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD)Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) - DocSnipesFeb 17, 2023
Navigating Difficult Conversations with Children: A Parent's Guide to Emotional Regulation and Effective Communication
RelationshipsEmotional RegulationWise MindGrounding Techniques (Who-When-Where-What-Why)Individuation - DocSnipesJan 13, 2023
Exploring How Anxious and Avoidant Attachment Influence Mental Health and Addiction
PsychologyAttachment styleSecure attachmentAnxious attachmentAvoidant attachment - DocSnipesSep 25, 2022
Introduction to Anxiety: Symptoms, Mechanisms, and Interconnections with Mental Health and Addiction Recovery
PsychologyAnxiety disordersHPA AxisThreat response systemFight or flight mode - DocSnipesSep 24, 2022
Introduction to Mood Disorders, Addiction, and Holistic Recovery
HealthMood disordersAddictive behaviorsNeurochemicalsDopamine 
DrTraceyMarksAug 10, 2022Is Bipolar Disorder on the Rise? Unpacking Perceived Increases, Biological Factors, and Lifestyle Risks
HealthBipolar disorderMental health stigmaSelf-medicationSpectrum illness- DocSnipesJun 17, 2022
The Dopamine Fast Alternative: A Lifestyle Approach to Reset Your Nervous System and Rebalance Dopamine
HealthDopamine FastDopamine Fast Alternative (DFA)Dopamine (motivation chemical)Neurotransmitters - DocSnipesFeb 14, 2022
Bipolar Disorder: Comprehensive Assessment, Diagnosis, and Differential Diagnosis
PsychologyBipolar 1 DisorderBipolar 2 DisorderCyclothymic DisorderMajor Depressive Episode - DocSnipesJan 19, 2022
Insecure Attachment Linked to Codependency and Addiction: Understanding Roots and Recovery
PsychologyCodependencyInsecure AttachmentSecure AttachmentAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) - DocSnipesJan 12, 2022
Causes of Addiction: A Trauma-Informed Neurochemical Perspective
PsychologyTrauma-informed approachSelf-medicationAlcohol Use Disorder (AUD)Tolerance - HealthyGamerGGDec 8, 2021
Rethinking ADHD: From Disorder to Advantage – The Hunter-Farmer Theory and Misdiagnosis
PsychologyADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)Default Mode NetworkHyper-activation of circuitryBell curve of attention - DocSnipesDec 5, 2021
Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Enhanced Well-being and Prevention
PsychologyMindfulnessCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Autopilot (behavioral mode)Non-judgmental awareness - DocSnipesOct 25, 2021
CBT for Depression Treatment: Week 1 - Initial Assessment & Foundation Setting
PsychologyDepression treatment pathSymptom identificationDSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual)Reciprocal nature of symptoms - HealthyGamerGGSep 28, 2021
The Neuroscientific and Psychological Link Between ADHD and Addiction: Mechanisms, Shame, and Recovery Strategies
PsychologyADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)Substance Use Disorder (SUD)Executive DysfunctionBehavioral Inhibition - DocSnipesSep 28, 2021
Addictive Relationships: Understanding, Identifying, and Overcoming Unhealthy Attachments
RelationshipsAddictive relationshipsPsychological withdrawalPhysical withdrawalNew Relationship Energy (NRE) - DocSnipesSep 9, 2021
Chemical and Behavioral Addictions: An Overview of Causes, Consequences, and the Path to Recovery (Part 1)
PsychologyBehavioral AddictionsChemical AddictionsDiagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) - DocSnipesMar 24, 2021
Improving Treatment for Individuals with Physical and Cognitive Disabilities: Addressing Barriers and Enhancing Care
HealthSAMHSA TIP 29Functional CapacityAttitudinal BarriersProcedural Barriers - DocSnipesNov 5, 2020
The Pervasive Impact of Stress: From Physiology to Practical Interventions
HealthHPA Axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis)EustressDistressNeurotoxicity - DocSnipesOct 22, 2020
ADHD, Addiction, and Mental Health: Comorbidity, Overlap, and Neurobiological Underpinnings
PsychologyAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)ComorbidityDopamine DysfunctionNorepinephrine Dysfunction - DocSnipesOct 18, 2020
Neurobiology of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Co-occurring Mental Health Issues
PsychologyObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)ComorbidityNeurobiologyNeurotransmitters - DocSnipesAug 22, 2020
Preventing Addiction and Mental Health Issues in College Students: A Comprehensive Approach to Risk Factors and Interventions
HealthCo-occurring disordersPsychiatric disorder prevalenceSubstance Use Disorder (SUD)Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) - HealthyGamerGGJul 4, 2020
On Grief, Loss, and Suicide: Dr. K Explains the Mental Health Epidemic and Societal Disconnection
PsychologyDepression as the "HIV of the mind"Mental health epidemicSuicide contagion/clustersEpidemic of disconnection - DocSnipesApr 11, 2020
The Neurobiology of Addiction: Understanding Tolerance, Withdrawal, and Neurotransmitter Dysregulation
NeuroscienceToleranceWithdrawal symptomsPost-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)Homeostasis - DocSnipesMar 31, 2020
Enhancing Trauma Resiliency: Strategies for Navigating Acute and Intergenerational Trauma
PsychologyTrauma ResiliencyAcute TraumaIntergenerational TraumaPTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) - DocSnipesDec 23, 2019
The Multifaceted Impact of Stress on Health and Mental Well-being: Sources and Interventions
HealthEustressDistressHPA Axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis)Fight-or-Flight Response - DocSnipesDec 18, 2019
Understanding the Multifaceted Impact of Anxiety and Holistic Intervention Strategies
HealthHPA axisNeurotransmitter imbalancesFight-or-flight responseSelf-medication - DocSnipesNov 8, 2019
Addiction Case Study: Applying a Holistic Method for Involuntary Clients on Probation
PsychologyPACER method (implied)Addiction case studyInvoluntary clientsPre-contemplation stage of change - DocSnipesOct 4, 2019
Addressing the Unique Mental Health Needs of College Students
PsychologyMental health problem scopeStudent retentionSubstance abuseCo-occurring disorders - DocSnipesApr 26, 2018
Current Best Practices for Anxiety Management: Biopsychosocial, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Pharmacological Approaches
PsychologyBiopsychosocial approachComorbidityCortisolSerotonin - DocSnipesApr 6, 2018
A Strengths-Based Biopsychosocial Approach to Bipolar Disorder Recovery: Diagnosis, Triggers, and Holistic Management
PsychologyStrengths-based approachBiopsychosocial modelBipolar disorder Type IBipolar disorder Type II - DocSnipesJan 19, 2018
Essential Tips to Deal with Stress and Boost Productivity for a Happier Life
Self-DevelopmentStressorsDeleterious Effects of StressDysphoric MoodsSelf-medication - DocSnipesJan 19, 2018
Comprehensive Assessment of Eating Disorders: Risk Factors, Biological Links, and Therapeutic Nuances
PsychologyDisordered eatingMuscle dysmorphiaBody fat preoccupationPerfectionism - DocSnipesNov 4, 2017
The Interplay of Mental Health, Physical Health, and Addiction: Addressing Common Co-Occurring Problems
PsychologyCo-occurring issuesDual diagnosisSubstance use disorderBehavioral addictions - DocSnipesOct 20, 2017
Exploring the Course, Continuum, and Interventions for Co-Occurring Mental Health and Addictive Disorders
PsychologyCo-occurring disordersDifferential diagnosisNeurotransmitter imbalanceSubstance-induced symptoms - DocSnipesOct 13, 2017
Must-Know Models and Theories of Addiction and Mental Distress for Counselors
PsychologyBeneficenceNon-malfeasancePoly-addictionNeurochemicals - DocSnipesMay 19, 2017
Pharmacology of Opioids: Mechanisms, Risks, Withdrawal, and Treatment in Counseling
HealthOpiate pharmacologyCentral Nervous System (CNS) depressantsEndogenous opioidsNeurotransmitter modulation (GABA, Dopamine, Norepinephrine, Serotonin) - DocSnipesApr 27, 2017
Treating Opiate Addiction: Why Patients Fail and How to Foster Comprehensive Recovery
PsychologyEndogenous opioidsMu receptor (MOR)HPA axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis)Dopamine - DocSnipesJan 16, 2017
Opiates: Understanding Endogenous Opioids, Addiction, Overdose Risks, and Treatment Pathways
HealthEndogenous opioidsMu opioid receptorDopamine systemGABA system - DocSnipesJul 28, 2016
Understanding Adrenal Fatigue's Impact on Mental Health and Addiction Recovery
HealthAdrenal fatigueHPA axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis)CortisolFight-or-flight response - DocSnipesMar 7, 2016
Models of Addiction: Moral, Spiritual, Disease, and Genetic Perspectives
PsychologyCo-occurring disordersMoral model of addictionSpiritual model of addictionDisease model of addiction - DocSnipesFeb 4, 2016
Overview of Behavioral Addictions: Defining, Understanding Causes, Progression, and Initial Treatment Strategies
PsychologyBehavioral AddictionsChemical AddictionsAddiction as a Survival MechanismLife on Life's Terms 
hubermanlabVaping, Alcohol, and Other Risky Youth Behaviors: Understanding Adolescent Risk-Taking and Mitigation
HealthAdolescent DevelopmentRisk-Taking BehaviorNicotine AddictionE-cigarette Use (Vaping)
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Concepts that appear alongside self-medication across episodes.
- circadian rhythms
- tolerance
- hpa axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis)
- emotional dysregulation
- withdrawal
- distress tolerance
- mindfulness
- co-occurring disorders
- fight-or-flight response
- systemic inflammation
- secure attachment
- cognitive distortions
- adverse childhood experiences (aces)
- distress tolerance skills
- serotonin
- emotional regulation
- hpa axis dysregulation
- homeostasis
- neurotransmitters
- dopamine