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Talking to an older adult about addiction can feel intimidating, emotional, and even heartbreaking, especially when the person is someone you love and respect. Many families worry about damaging the relationship, offending them, or triggering shame. Others hesitate...
Medetomidine is a potent veterinary sedative, used by veterinarians to induce deep sedation in animals for surgical procedures. Recently, it has emerged as a dangerous adulterant in the illicit drug supply in the United States, especially when mixed with opioids like...
Addiction seldom affects only one person. It impacts spouses, parents, siblings, children, extended family, and even close friends. At Hanley Center, we see every day how deeply substance use disorders disrupt relationships, communication, emotional stability, and...
Depression doesn’t always look the same. While many people associate depression with sadness or crying, the truth is that depression in women can present in subtle, easily overlooked ways especially when layered with responsibilities like caregiving, careers, or...
By Dr. Rachel Docekal, CEO, Hanley Foundation As we age, our bodies change dramatically, and so does our tolerance for alcohol. A single glass of wine at 75 is not the same as that same glass at 35, and the difference can have very real consequences. What’s Really...
Addiction is often misunderstood, and that misunderstanding can prevent people from getting the help they need. Whether shaped by stigma, media portrayals, or outdated beliefs, many of the most common ideas about substance use disorders are simply untrue. At Hanley...
Updated 7/10/2026 Clinically reviewed by Dr. John Dyben, DHSc, LMFT, MCAP, – Chief Clinical Officer, Hanley Center At Hanley Center, we help people understand new and emerging substances linked to substance use disorders and mental health concerns. One of these...
Updated 8/4/2026 Clinically reviewed by Dr. John Dyben, DHSc, LMFT, MCAP, – Chief Clinical Officer, Hanley Center It's easy to assume memory loss or confusion is simply part of aging or a sign of dementia. But for some older adults, long-term alcohol use may actually...
It might seem harmless to have a glass of wine while taking your regular medication, but mixing alcohol with prescription or over-the-counter drugs can have serious, even life-threatening consequences. At Hanley Center, we’ve seen firsthand how combining substances,...