Prescription Abuse Treatment
Doctors prescribe medications for a variety of reasons — injuries, pain, infections and mental health issues. But what happens when the very thing meant to provide relief [...]
What Does Meth Look Like? A Guide to Identifying Methamphetamine
Methamphetamine, more commonly referred to as, "meth", is a powerful, extremely addictive stimulant. It stimulates feelings of alertness, happiness, and well-being, but its long-term use has serious [...]
What Does Heroin Look Like? A Visual and Factual Guide
Each year, approximately 902,000 Americans use heroin, and 14,000 die from an overdose. As part of the ongoing opioid epidemic, heroin use continues to increase as this [...]
What Does Crack Cocaine Look Like? Visual Guide and What to Know
Crack cocaine is a dangerous stimulant drug. People use it because it gives them energy and makes them feel euphoric. Unfortunately, the drug is highly addictive, and [...]
Why High Alcohol Content Drinks Increase Risk of AUD
Drinking in moderation isn't usually harmful for most adults. Excessive use, however, can lead to severe alcohol-related conditions such as Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). According to a [...]
From Binge Drinking to Alcoholism: Understanding the Stages of Alcohol Use Disorder
Most people who develop a problem with alcohol don't see it coming. Drinking starts casually — a few beers at a party, a glass of wine after [...]
Mental Health and the Immune System
The relationship between an individual's physical and emotional health is referred to as the mind-body connection, a theory that explains how our thoughts, feelings, attitudes and beliefs [...]
How Alcohol Tolerance Develops and is a Warning Sign
Have you ever noticed that the same amount of alcohol no longer gives you the same effect? That change is called alcohol tolerance, and while it may [...]
What Robert Kennedy Has Said About His Drug Use
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has discussed his past substance use with unusual directness for a public figure. His willingness to speak openly about heroin addiction and long-term [...]
How Long Do Shrooms Last?
If you're wondering how long shrooms last, you're not alone. Magic mushrooms have become increasingly popular in recent years, and research shows that 11.3% of people aged [...]
