Addiction is relative. What qualifies as an addiction to one person may just be over indulgence for another. For some a single drink can mean addiction. While others can drink every weekend without concern. Someone may be able to smoke pot at a party once and never touch it again. While others keep going on …
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Using Alcohol for Pain Relief: Dangers and Concerns Alcohol has become a common sight in today’s society. It has become so common that it is sold in nearly every restaurant, at sporting events, and is commonly served at gatherings with family and friends. Alcohol helps people to relax, unwind, and in many cases, be more …
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Debunked Myths About Alcohol Alcohol is such a common thing in today’s society. People drink socially for nearly every occasion. It is not uncommon for people to have a glass of wine with dinner, a beer after work, or even shots on a fun weekend. For many, this is not a problem, for others it …
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Understanding Alcohol Addiction Alcohol is completely legal for those of a certain age. This makes it a somewhat controlled substance, but still one that is readily available. Alcohol lowers inhibitions and anxiety for those who drink it. It can also have a broad range of side effects that are dependent upon the person and how …
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What is Meth Before discussing Alcohol and Meth as a deadly combination, first we need to understand what is Meth. Meth, also known as crystal meth, is the common name for crystal methamphetamine. It is a highly addictive, strong drug that affects the central nervous system. There is no legal use for meth which means …
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Adderall Addiction and Withdrawal: What is Adderall Before discussing Adderall addiction and withdrawal, first we need to define what is Adderall. Adderall is a medication that is known as an amphetamine, specifically, Adderall is an amphetamine and dextroamphetamine combination that belongs to a class of drugs known as stimulants. This combination medication is typically used …
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Identifying a Painkiller Addiction A pain killer is any type of over the counter or prescription medication used to treat pain. For some this may be a one-time thing like taking Tylenol for a headache. But for others chronic pain may require something prescription strength that is needed long term. There are many prescription pain …
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Sugar Addiction: The Soda Component Even though we know it is unhealthy, a cold fizzy soda on a warm day or just a day you are feeling sluggish is always a welcome treat. Soda is everywhere, restaurants, every store, vending machines, and in most homes. You can even buy soda machines to create your own …
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Addiction Addiction is tough, not only because drugs and alcohol effect the brain chemistry and make it nearly impossible to stop using on your own, but because the addict is not the only one effected. Friends and family members often have to simply stand back and watch as a loved one goes down the dangerous …
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Effects of Heroin use and Addiction Heroin is an illegal, highly addictive drug that is created from morphine that naturally occurs in a substance extracted from seed pods of certain poppy plants. Heroin is typically sold as a white or brownish powder that has been cut with starch, powdered milk, sugars, or quinine. Pure heroin …