HOW HEROIN IS DESTRUCTIVE
Heroin is a powerful opiate with an intense effect on the brain’s reward system. Heroin disrupts this reward system by acting as a catalyst for the production of feel-good chemicals in the brain, including endorphins and dopamine. Normally, the brain releases these chemicals to reward behavior conducive to survival, such as eating and helping people […]
THE TRUE VALUE OF VALIUM
Valium is an addictive benzodiazepine with longer-lasting effects than many other drugs in its class. Addiction to Valium can grow quickly if the drug is utilized in any way not advised by a doctor. Eventually, it becomes harder for a Valium abuser’s brain to function normally without the drug, yet some people addicted to this […]
WHAT IS AN OVERDOSE?
An overdose is a biological response the human body has when it receives too much of a substance or a mixture of substances. An overdose can be intentional or accidental. People can overdose on alcohol, illicit drugs, prescription medications, and various other substances. Unfortunately in many cases, overdoses lead to death, though most individuals who […]
THE TOP 6 MOST COMMON ADDICTIONS
Tobacco (nicotine) – Over 40 Million Nicotine addiction may not seem as harmful as various other addictions. This is likely because tobacco products are legal and easy to get, and the worst side effects of abusing them take time to develop. Tobacco use claims more lives than any other addictive substance. Many smokers can’t quit […]
LEANING ON LUNESTA
Lunesta is a drug that is commonly used to treat sleep disorders. As a prescription drug, it is often believed to be a safe sleep aid; this clouds the reality of its addictive potential. People who stop taking Lunesta after long-term use will more than likely suffer the symptoms of withdrawal, such as anxiety and […]
STEROID ABUSE AND HOW ITS DANGEROUS
Anabolic steroids are prescribed or illegally obtained by people who desire a stronger physical appearance and to develop muscle mass in a short period of time, usually resulting in boosted confidence and self-esteem. There are more than 100 kinds of anabolic steroids, yet only a small portion have been cleared for medical use. Though steroids […]
SHOULD YOU HOLD AN INTERVENTION?
Sometimes, families can arrange interventions that are effective and help their loved ones, but they also need to know how to identify the signs of addiction before it gets out of hand. If you’ve never been around a person who is suffering from addiction, it isn’t always easy to spot the signs for yourself. Below […]
THE COURSE OF CODEINE
Codeine is a prescription pain medication used to treat mild to moderate pain. It comes in the form of a tablet and is the main ingredient in prescription-grade cough suppressants. Tylenol 3, another popular pain reliever, is a mix of codeine and acetaminophen. Codeine is an opiate (also called a narcotic). Other opiates include heroin, […]
WHY CLASSIFY DRUGS?
Classifying drugs by chemical similarities is helpful because drugs that are chemically similar often have similar risks and impacts. A person who is addicted to a drug is also more likely to abuse and become addicted to other drugs if they are chemically similar. Despite these generalities, chemically similar drugs may have very different legal […]
Well-Known People In Recovery From Addiction
Alcoholism and drug addiction affect all the classes of our society. It affects every race and ethnicity, and gender as well. Thus, it brings no surprise to us that a lot of famous people are subjected to intense drug abuse. Although we have come across some of the most remarkable recovery stories that tell us […]
