HOW ALCOHOL WITHDRAWAL WREAKS HAVOC ON YOUR BODY
Alcohol withdrawal is a clinical syndrome which affects people who are only accustomed to regular alcohol intake; it occurs when either alcohol consumption is decreased, or they quit drinking completely. In these cases, the central nervous system adjusts to the constant presence of alcohol in the body and compensates for the alcohol’s depressive effects on […]
MAKING WISE DECISIONS WITH ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION IN RECOVERY
It is often said that old habits die hard. Despite working hard to recover and even making good progress, the thought of having a drink here or there may surface in your mind. This temptation alone may make it harder to reach your destination. Are there truly any pros to drinking during recovery? There […]
IDENTIFYING ANTABUSE AND ITS PROPERTIES
Antabuse is not an addictive medication; it is a part of a group of medications called “antidipsotropic medications” that are designed to have an anti-drinking effect. When combined with alcohol, Antabuse produces unpleasant and severe reactions: lowered blood pressure, nausea, and vomiting. The primary goal is to develop an aversion towards alcohol, and help individuals […]
ACKNOWLEDGING AND COPING WITH NICOTINE ADDICTION
No matter what route it’s administered through, nicotine has been known to produce psychoactive effects (mood swings, positive reinforcement, and then, unfortunately, addiction). Tobacco smoke inhalation is the quickest and most efficient method of delivering nicotine to the brain. Less than 10 seconds after inhalation, roughly 25% of it reaches your brain, a rate nearly […]
MASQUERADE WITH MORPHINE
The power of morphine as a narcotic painkiller used to manage moderate to severe chronic pain, is a well-known fact. It binds to opiate receptors in the brain and changes the body’s perception of pain. However, morphine can also carry a strong potential for abuse, leading to these three main points: euphoric mood, tolerance, and […]
HOW THE ABUSE OF OXYCODONE AFFECTS YOUR BODY
Oxycodone is a drug that contains highly addictive properties. After using it for a period of time, your body builds up tolerance and grows to depend on it for normal everyday functioning. Oxycodone also alters the manner in which your brain functions; it brings about feelings of euphoria, which is the main reason why people […]
HOW CAMPRAL IS USED TO TREAT ALCOHOLISM
Campral is used to efficiently treat alcoholism, though scientists still don’t completely understand how it works in the brain. This drug stops alcohol cravings and decreases interest in drinking (even in chronic alcoholics). Campral is believed to also address withdrawal symptoms in long term drinkers. In short, this medication can help alcohol dependents achieve as […]
ABUSING ALCOHOL IN THE FORM OF POWDER
Powdered alcohol is created when alcohol is absorbed by a sugar derivative called dextrin and is later put through a process of encapsulation. This mechanism is very simple because certain sugar derivatives can be used to trap ethanol and produce a powder. When the powder is stored in tightly sealed containers, it is able to […]
ADDERALL ADDICTION
Adderall is made up of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine and can be a useful medication for those who suffer from ADHD. However, because of the manner in which it operates in the brain Adderall is steadily becoming one of the most frequently abused drugs. It binds to norepinephrine and dopamine receptors in the brain and increases […]
TREATMENT FOR TRAZODONE ADDICTION
Trazodone is an oral antidepressant drug that affects the neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) in the brain; it is medically prescribed to treat anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, and pain. However, it can also be abused, which leads to addiction. Even though trazodone is not classified as a controlled substance, any misuse may lead to physical or psychological […]
