What is an example of altruistic suicide​? Is it courage, duty, or something deeper? This question is at the root of the phenomenon of altruistic suicide, a term coined by French sociologist Émile Durkheim in his seminal work Suicide (1897). In this article we’ll dissect what altruistic suicide is, examples across history and …

A question looms over almost all mental health medications: Which, if any, drugs are addictive? Lexapro, or escitalopram, is a common prescription medication used for things like depression and anxiety. Its well-known reputation for is lexapro addictive​ helping people deal with these issues. But, is it possible to become addicted to Lexapro? Knowing what addiction …

Alcohol addiction has been a huge problem for Native Americans communities for centuries, but the story of this problem is often reductionist, and full of stigmas. Looking at it holistically, it’s important to assess the historical, cultural, and social facets that contribute to the continuous cycle of dependency on alcohol. This article …