Also known as “benzos”, benzodiazepines are a class of drug that works on the central nervous system. They act on specific receptors in the brain that are called gamma-aminobutyric acid-A (also known as GABA-A) receptors. They attach to the...
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Certain illegal narcotics exist that many people consider “harmless” and are looked at as more of a source of recreation instead of addiction. However, chemical, and even natural substances, should never be underestimated, as there is always a...
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During the opioid epidemic, certain substances have existed to prevent instances of tragedy and assist in the recovery process. Despite the record-breaking year for overdoses in 2021, the numbers would have been even more staggering if it wasn’t...
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Over time, as individuals allow their substance abuse disorders to progress, many negative feelings manifest as a result of this abuse. These feelings can range in intensity depending on the user, but rarely do they have any sort of positive...
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Medications are sometimes used in the treatment of withdrawal symptoms associated with discontinuing the use of stimulants such as nicotine and, more recently, methamphetamine. One of them is Wellbutrin, a drug with bupropion as the active...
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Methamphetamine or meth is an addictive central nervous system stimulant. It typically comes in the form of crystalline powder or coarse crystals. The powder is snorted while the crystals can be smoked or dissolved in liquid and injected. Like...
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It can be harmful to consume either alcohol or methamphetamine. However, some people use both alcohol and meth and they can even become addicted to both. The danger of alcohol and meth when combined is amplified. Alcohol makes it even riskier to...
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Fentapill addiction has been steadily rising in America since 2010, and there are no signs of this trend slowing down. Recent studies have shown that Fentapills dependence has become so widespread that it can be considered an epidemic within the...
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Alcohol detox is one of the most painful forms of detox that exist among people suffering from substance use disorders. The side effects associated with alcohol detox at home are dangerous and even life-threatening in certain cases. It’s...
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Long-term drug abuse carries its fair share of negative effects. The physical conditions that manifest as a result of drug addiction include a variety of hazardous conditions that often carry permanent consequences without even considering the...
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Making a full recovery from cocaine is important for several reasons. Aside from the obvious physical risks involved with cocaine addiction, there are numerous mental side effects. Did you know cocaine and depression often go hand in hand? The...
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A deadly killer is running rampant throughout the United States, becoming more rampant with each passing year. The terrifying fact is that in 2020, this menace claimed the lives of 69,000 people, nearly double from 2019, with a potential for...
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