Ashley Rooks, M.S., LASAC — Contributor

After working in retail management for five and a half years and losing friends to the disease of addiction, Ashley decided it was time for a career change. She went back to school and got her Master's in Psychology and a second Master's in Addictions Counseling. She is a licensed substance abuse counselor and has been working in the treatment industry at the inpatient level of care for five years. She has worked with adolescents and adults and currently works primarily with young adults.

Mental Health, Dual-Diagnosis, & Behavioral Addictions
• Bath Salts Addiction And Mental Health Problems

  Bath Salts EffectsBath salts are a synthetic derivative of the naturally-occurring stimulant cathinone; they are a ‘legal’ alternative to stimulants like meth, ecstasy and... Read More

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Signs, Symptoms, & Effects of Addiction
• Mental Health Effects Of Inhalants Abuse And Addiction

  What are Inhalants? Inhalants are a class of volatile substances that include solvents, aerosols, nitrites and gases and produce psychoactive effects when used. They... Read More

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Signs, Symptoms, & Effects of Addiction
• The Effects Of Benzodiazepines Like Ativan And Xanax On Mental Health

  What are Benzodiazepines? Benzodiazepines or sedatives, such as Xanax and Klonopin, are prescription medications that act as central nervous system depressants and are commonly... Read More

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