Alcohol and drugs currently and historically have played a crucial role in the lives of both individuals and societies when it comes to bonding and “social engagement”. Whether it’s coming of age rituals, religious ceremonies, weddings, funerals, or a host of other occasions or holidays, alcohol and/or drugs are always seemingly omnipresent. That is one …
Category Archives: Drug Addiction
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Dec
Dec
Most people understand the importance of staying away from drugs and alcohol when you are trying to maintain your sobriety, yet there is a lot more that goes into it than just abstinence. Recent research has suggested that incorporating exercise into your routine has powerful and positive effects whether you are in rehab, or have …
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Sep
How often have you heard someone say they are “addicted” to something? It’s not that unusual for people to claim that they have a shoe obsession or state that they are addicted to love or ice cream, but a serious addiction can have negative effects that can impact your life for years to come. The …
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What is Abuse? Drug use issues in abuse survivors – Abuse is an epidemic that is all too common around the world. Whether the abuse is from an intimate partner, an adult to a child, or adult on adult abuse, it is scary and damaging. While abuse is well known for causing physical injuries, it …
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The History of Ecstasy Ecstasy is one of those drugs that many people have heard of and several have tired, though the popularity for ecstasy has gone up and down over the years. It became very popular in the 70s and 80s as a party drug because it was legal. But when outlawed the popularity …
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What is Substance Abuse? Substance abuse is simply defined in the dictionary as an overindulgence in or dependence on an addictive substance. When most people think about substance abuse, they picture someone smoking crack, shooting up heroin in some dark alley, or popping pills at a party, but substance abuse actually goes beyond this. Substance …
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Using Cocaine – Many Names Cocaine is a stimulant drug that has euphoric effects. It is so powerful that a single, first time use can lead to addiction. But it is also loved by those who party. Cocaine wasn’t always considered dangerous as it was used as an anesthetic and even an ingredient in Coca-Cola …
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Mar
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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