WHY “MAGIC MUSHROOMS” AREN’T SO MAGICAL
Currently, there is no known lethal dose of mushrooms, however that doesn’t make them safe. Even with typical doses, you can see the effects on the body. Magic mushrooms affect the brain and heart the most. This leads to seizures, elevated heart rate, and high blood pressure. Shroom Induced Seizures A typical shrooms trip looks […]
WAYS THAT DRUGS CAN DAMAGE YOU PHYSICALLY
There are many different ways in which heavy drug use can lead to facial sores. Each substance that causes facial sores has a different way of doing so. Here’s how commonly abused drugs can cause facial sores: Alcohol: Alcohol abuse can cause liver disease. Liver disease can lead to many skin problems, including sores called […]
WHAT MAY BE STOPPING YOUR ALCOHOL ADDICTION RECOVERY
When it comes to alcohol addiction, anyone from any walk of life can be devoured by it. Nearly all addicts are in denial at first, even when the evidence of fallout from the alcohol abuse is clearly visible. Denial is a useful technique that problem drinkers implement to protect their ability to continue on as […]
THE AVERAGE LENGTH OF ALCOHOL DETOX
The first step in the recovery process is detox and withdrawal, or the purging of the alcohol toxins from the body. When approaching this important step, many wonder what the average time for alcohol detox is. Understandably, it is helpful to have an idea of the timeline for detox and withdrawal. The short answer is, […]
ALCOHOL AND ZOLPIDEM
Both alcohol and Zolpidem are central nervous system depressants, acting as messengers sent through the nervous system to slow down certain bodily functions. When both substances are used together there is the potential for overdose, as respiratory rates can become dangerously suppressed. Understanding the risks involved in drinking alcohol and taking Zolpidem is important information […]
ROXANOL WITHDRAWAL
Roxanol is an inexpensive and easily attainable opioid drug, making it one of the most abused opioids. Heroin is simply a synthesized version of Roxanol. Roxanol is available in the form of a liquid, injectable solution, and both regular and extended release capsules and tablets. The injected solution provides a more rapid high, which peaks […]
HOW THE EFFECTS OF ADDICTION SHAPES THE LIVES OF YOUTH
Drug addiction gets passed through families like a genetic disease. A child who uses drugs isn’t always following in the footsteps of their parents, and there are many drug users who were raised by loving, drug free parents. However, a parent who smokes heavily is more likely to raise a child who also smokes, and […]
THE LINK BETWEEN ALCOHOL ABUSE AND DEPRESSION IN WOMEN
Statistics from the The Journal of Psychiatry & Neuroscience reports that there is a 1.7-fold greater occurrence of depression among women than men, and more than twice as prevalent among young women under the age of 25. Some of the reasons for these findings include: Hormonal differences – Women may experience more intense mood swings […]
HOW BADLY CAN ALCOHOL ABUSE AFFECT A SPOUSE?
The effects of alcoholism on a marriage can be disastrous. Spouses who deal with the impact of alcohol abuse in the home can think of a long list of issues that harm the marriage. These include financial hardship, frustration, shame, anxiety, neglecting their children, and the fear of physical harm. In fact, one of the […]
BATTLING AN ADDICTION TO MORPHINE
Morphine is a widely prescribed drug that is used to stop the feeling of pain in the body by directly affecting the nervous system. It is often given to patients to help dull the feeling of pain but does have the potential to be overused, abused, and it can become an addictive substance that is […]
