Crack is a highly addictive form of cocaine; it is also more potent than cocaine. Crack, since it is smoked, gives a quick and intense high. Crack cocaine is a benzoylmethylecgonine drug. It stimulates the system and gives a feeling of energy. Consuming crack after mixing it with other substances is a dangerous practice. The Read More…
American society is too dependent on pharmaceuticals. And with millions, this dependence transcends therapeutic use and turns into abuse. It is important that individuals gain awareness of how prescription painkillers are potentially harmful. Many prescription painkillers are opioids, which are a highly addictive class of drugs. Examples include hydrocodone and oxycodone. Painkillers are safe only Read More…
Meth can be ingested in multiple different ways, from smoking and snorting to injecting. But no matter how it is consumed, meth changes the way the brain works. Once that change has taken place, it’s much more difficult to stop meth use or even reduce consumption of the drug, which can result in withdrawal symptoms. Read More…
It is possible that you may become physically dependent on Vicodin even when you take the drug for therapeutic purposes. A schedule of one Vicodin 5/500 tablet taken every four hours for a period of 13 days may result in physical dependence. Vicodin is an opioid and once you’re habituated to the drug, you are Read More…
Marijuana is one of the most commonly used drugs in the country but contrary to popular belief, it can also be addictive. While marijuana does not cause physical addiction, heavy users can develop a psychological compulsion to continue using which can disrupt their lives. As with any drug, stopping chronic marijuana use can result in Read More…
Meth is a synthetic stimulant that was first developed in a laboratory in Japan in 1919. It was used to keep soldiers awake, especially during the Second World War. It kept fatigue at bay. It became popular because of its properties and also because its crystalline powder form was soluble in water and could be Read More…
Ambien (zolpidem) is a sedative with hypnotic properties. It is prescribed in the treatment of anxiety and for managing mood related issues. It is also used to treat insomnia. The drug is not without its side effects, and therefore, physicians do not prescribe a course longer than four weeks. Ambien is a central nervous system Read More…
The duration for which alcohol stays in the body depends upon several factors. Generally, the effects of alcohol can be felt within thirty minutes of consuming liquor. One drink stays in the system for around two hours. After an episode of binge drinking, it can take longer to return to a sober state. Alcohol acts Read More…
Nicotine is addictive, it’s one of the reasons why cigarette smokers find it so hard to quit the habit. Nicotine dependence beats all other kinds of substance dependence in America. People take to smoking for different reasons. Pressure from friends in the same age group, a relaxed family attitude to smoking, personal inclinations, trying to Read More…
Art can be a very useful tool to help addicts move away from their compulsive substance abuse habits. It is but one of the many kinds of therapies that recovery centers offer patients. The therapies can be individual, group, focused on specific skills, or with an objective to prevent a relapse. Art therapy can be Read More…
