So many of us are affected by drug addiction. Even if you aren’t addicted to drugs or alcohol, you can be like the many millions of people who have a loved one struggling with the chronic disease of addiction. Addiction can be overwhelming for everyone affected. Still, sometimes, by understanding…
Our brain is a complex organ, and the effects of drugs on brain functionality are similarly complicated. There are short-term and long-term effects of drugs on brain health and function. These effects lead to addiction, dependence, mental health issues, heart attacks, a lapse in memory, and more. Initial Effects…
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that offers pain relief to those who suffer from severe or chronic pain conditions. But the drug is also capable of causing considerable harm or death to individuals who abuse or are accidentally exposed to the life-threatening drug. The world is struggling with an opioid…
Vaccinations are a hot topic of discussion these days. Health care breakthroughs are allowing us to feel like life is starting to go back to normal, thanks to vaccinations. However, we still have questions, like, Are there vaccine side effects? How long do the vaccines work for? Does drug addiction…
Cocaine is a powerful stimulant and one of the most popular (and expensive) illicit stimulants in history. The high price and euphoric rush gave this drug the reputation of being more of a “high-class” or “luxury” drug. Gaining popularity in the United States in the 80s, this highly addictive substance…
With timely initiation of addiction medications, you can not only manage withdrawal symptoms but also curb cravings and prolong abstinence. In combination with therapy, counseling, and support groups, addiction medications are an integral part of an effective treatment plan. Addiction Medications Addiction, like any other chronic medical condition, is…
Heroin is a very addictive and dangerous opioid drug. The drug rapidly enters the brain and targets the cells involved in feelings of pain, pleasure, heart rate, sleeping, and breathing. While these are the effects it has on the user, the impact of babies born to heroin-addicted mothers is alarming. …
The benefits of teen rehab may seem obvious, but when you’re in the middle of a hectic situation you may start to question your better judgment. One of a parent’s worst nightmares is seeing their child become addicted to drugs or alcohol. A study by the National Institute on Drug…
Dating an addict is exhausting, especially if you are not an addict yourself. Two addicts in love seems a bit more understandable, but it can be hard to be empathetic to your partner’s struggles when you never had a drug addiction of your own though. “We can’t choose who we…
Substance abuse and addiction is often something we typically only think about affecting adolescents and young adults. It’s easy to lose sight that addiction does not discriminate race, sex, status, or age. Addiction in the elderly is a growing concern that often gets overlooked because so much energy is being…