For many, prescription drug abuse becomes a gateway for the cheaper substitute. Heroin is one of the most addictive illicit drugs people use. Its potency causes individuals who use it to not only experience an intense feeling of euphoria but to have their brain chemistry become immediately altered. When this occurs, individuals become physically dependent…
When individuals use drugs or alcohol even recreationally, they can develop a dependency or addiction. The more potent the substance and the more frequent the use, the greater the risk of addiction. One particular drug, cocaine, is frequently used in social settings. If you or someone you love uses cocaine, it’s essential to look out…
An alcohol use disorder can be easy to hide, especially for individuals who have been drinking and struggling with alcohol use disorder for some time. Individuals often overlook warning signs that someone has a dependency or addiction to alcohol because they don’t consider things like binge drinking to be dangerous. Yet this is a form…
Cocaine has been a popular party and club scene drug since the 70s, and its popularity in pop culture contributes significantly to this. Cocaine is a stimulant with high rates of addiction, and in modern times it can be especially dangerous, as the people selling it often cut it with hazardous things like fentanyl to…
There are many medications available to you to manage anxiety-related issues. For instance, your doctor might prescribe Xanax to treat a panic disorder or other anxiety-related condition. It relaxes you and also has some antidepressant properties. But, as a benzodiazepine, this medication can have a dark side as well. One can develop a substance use…
If you observe signs of fentanyl abuse in yourself or someone you care about, it makes sense to consider professional help — even when residential addiction treatment is recommended. While less affordable, inpatient care can be the most effective way to treat some fentanyl addiction cases. Addiction is a chronic and complex medical condition that…
The opioid epidemic in the U.S. is still ongoing, which is why substance abuse treatment programs are still commonly offered at health centers. You may think that avoiding the development of opioid addiction is easy — after all, no one really wants to deal with a substance use disorder. However, it’s possible to access many…
How often have you had a few drinks and gotten behind the wheel? December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, and it draws attention to this behavior. Remember that you don’t have to be legally drunk to cause an accident. Most importantly, the practice could be an indicator of a drinking problem. That’s why you…
Adderall and Ritalin are both stimulants commonly used in treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other mental health conditions that hamper focus. While both medications have proven to be very effective in helping individuals with ADHD and anxiety disorders, they have been misused and abuse by those who don’t require the medication. Repeated use…
Over the last few decades, certain mental health issues have become more prominent in the public’s consciousness. More people are aware of these conditions or are themselves diagnosed with them. Medical professionals now know that depressive and anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concerns facing people. These disorders affect millions every year, but…