The decision to seek treatment for marijuana use is a very personal one which must be made by the person using the drug, not anybody else. Until that person decides the time is right, treatment will not work. Not everyone is ready for rehab but it is up for debate as to how a person Read More…
Do I Need Alcohol Rehab?
Alcohol rehabilitation may seem daunting from the outset, but it is a process which helps people and ultimately saves lives. Before a person should consider whether rehab is an option, assessment and diagnosis must be done of the individual situation before seeking help. Here is how to get started on the road to recovery. Read More…
Can Smoking Pot Cause Memory Loss?
Memory loss is possible when a person smokes marijuana, particularly when a ‘high’ is experienced. The question of whether memory loss develops over time depends on many factors. Learn more about how cannabis affects the body and whether this can impact a person’s memory over time. Cannabinoid Receptors The main active chemical in marijuana is Read More…
Caffeine Relapse
Caffeine is a powerful drug with the addictive properties. Some people are unable to get up in the morning without a cup of coffee, others enjoy drinking other caffeinated beverages and young people particularly enjoy energy drinks with high levels of caffeine. The energy and alertness which kicks in helps people feel motivated to Read More…
Who Should Be Drug Tested and When?
Drug testing can be important for several reasons. Local governments, businesses or organizations may mandate drug testing for employees while other drug tests may be required by law enforcement, courts or requested by loved ones. Learn about drug tests, why testing is done and who can be subjected to tests. Physical Tests A physical Read More…
What is Vicodin Used For?
Vicodin combines both acetaminophen and hydrocodone which are pain killers. Hydrocodone is an opioid (narcotic) while acetaminophen is less potent and increases the effects of hydrocodone. Vicodin is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Vicodin An individual who uses alcohol, sedatives, tranquilizers or other narcotics should not use Vicodin to prevent dangerous side Read More…
Can I Quit Taking Ambien Cold Turkey?
Ambien is also known as zolpidem which is a sedative-hypnotic drug prescribed for insomnia. Benzodiazepine is present in Ambien which can produce withdrawal symptoms and be dangerous if a person quits cold turkey. Find out why tapering off Ambien is recommended over quitting cold turkey and how to get started. Cold Turkey An individual Read More…
Do People Smoke Xanax?
Prescription drugs such as Xanax can have different effects on an individual depending on how it is ingested (orally or smoked). Risks are associated with smoking Xanax including dependence on the drug within just a few weeks of taking the drug. Learn more about the possible side effects and effectiveness of smoking Xanax. Xanax Read More…
What Do I Look for to Notice Drug Abuse in My Home?
Addiction to drugs is best identified early to provide early intervention and treatment. Overcoming drug abuse is one of the hardest things a person can do but is beneficial to the individual, families and loved ones in the long term. Learn how to identify signs of drug use and what to do if a Read More…
What Do I Look for to Notice Drug Abuse in My Home?
Addiction to drugs is best identified early to provide early intervention and treatment. Overcoming drug abuse is one of the hardest things a person can do but is beneficial to the individual, families and loved ones in the long term. Learn how to identify signs of drug use and what to do if a Read More…