Opioid addiction, sometimes referred to as opioid use disorder (OUD), is a lifelong illness that can strike anyone. In actuality, opioid addiction affects millions of Americans. Addiction is treatable, just like the majority of other chronic diseases. There is help...
Methamphetamine is a hell of a drug. Powerful and potent, this man-made psychostimulant causes such a rush of dopamine that it’s not at all unusual for a person to get hooked after only a single use. Not only is it one of the most addictive on the planet, but its...
Suboxone is a prescription drug proven to be highly effective in treating opioid addiction as part of medication-assisted treatment (MAT). It’s a triple-hitter that helps with minimizing withdrawal effects, managing cravings, and disincentivizing future opioid abuse....
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Synthetic cannabinoids found themselves in the spotlight last year when, despite having been around since it was patented in 1983, both marijuana aficionados and the curious alike flocked to get their hands on Delta-8 THC. Consumers rejoiced at having easily...
Fighting alcoholism is quite a daunting task. The process starts by accepting a few truths; the most important is that alcoholism is a progressive problem. The condition doesn't develop in one day; instead, the downfall has certain stages. Casual dependence, then...
In a typical case of protracted benzo withdrawal, symptoms begin 24 hours after the last use. Protracted benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome is a condition when benzo users experience long-term withdrawal effects long after ceasing benzo use. "Protracted" means...
Bath salts are illicit synthetic stimulants with mind-altering properties. They shouldn't be confused with Epsom salt, which is a naturally occurring mineral added to bathwater. A Schedule I substance, this relatively new drug became popular for recreational use in...
Whether you realized it or not, drugs and drinking take a major toll on the body. In extreme cases of long-term abuse or severe addiction, the damage can be irreversible or even fatal. Fortunately, in many cases the body is able to bounce back. Here’s a timeline of...
Addiction comes in many shapes and styles. It can be evident in some people or very subtle in others. Some people even find a way to become what's known as "high-functioning addicts." However, can changing the language we use to discuss addiction make a difference in...
Drinking alcohol is a recreational pastime that Americans use to celebrate good times and get through the bad, relax after work and ramp up for fun. It’s so integrated into our social norms and customs that no one would bat an eye if you were to say that you have a...
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