Ongoing drug abuse can affect the body in many ways, including the eyes. When you’re trying to identify if someone you care about is abusing Xanax (alprazolam) or wondering how continued Xanax use has affected your well-being, the appearance and function of the eyes is a common place to start. The term “Xanax eyes” typically…
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The MDMA (or ecstasy) come-down is a common effect that happens as the drug wears off. Coming down off MDMA can make you feel tired, have brain fog, experience mood swings, and several other negative effects. Given that the effects of the drug wearing off can be very uncomfortable, it’s common to wonder about how…
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When you or someone you know has an odd or bad reaction after drinking alcohol, it can bring up a lot of concerns. Sudden side effects like flushed skin, redness of the face, nausea, or vomiting can all happen after drinking alcohol for a variety of reasons. The two things that may come to mind…
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Addiction can impact many areas of a person’s life, including relationships with family. When things have happened in the past, such as lying about drug use, neglecting important responsibilities, or making decisions that had a negative impact on others, trying to regain trust after addiction can feel like a long and challenging process. Fortunately, rebuilding…
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“Drunk eyes” is used to describe the physical changes in the eyes that occur after alcohol consumption. These changes, such as redness, glassiness, drooping eyelids, or difficulty focusing, are common and affect individuals regardless of their tolerance level. Unlike other signs of intoxication, eye changes are harder to conceal. They can linger even after your…
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Alcoholism doesn’t happen overnight. Nor does it usually announce itself dramatically. Instead, it often slowly creeps up on an individual, gradually interfering with one’s daily life and responsibilities. If the addiction continues, major health issues can also arise. This indicates the importance of getting help early on. But how can you recognize when it’s become…
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Ongoing alcohol abuse can have many negative consequences on someone’s health and well-being. Complications from alcohol can include cardiovascular problems, an increased risk of fractures, a reduced immune system, and damage to crucial organs like the pancreas. Does drinking cause pancreatitis? Yes, pancreatitis from alcohol can happen. It’s estimated that about 17-25% of pancreatitis cases…
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After a night of drinking, it’s common to wake up feeling fatigued and not at your best. Alcohol has many effects on the mind and body, including disrupting your natural sleep cycle. Specifically, it can prevent you from reaching the important rapid eye movement (REM) sleep stage. What’s the connection between alcohol and REM sleep?…
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While treating drug or alcohol addiction, it’s important to consider the full person and everything they’re struggling with to achieve the best results. Two common co-occurring disorders are attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD). A study published in the Journal of Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews estimated that about 43% of people…
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It can be difficult to admit you have a problem, especially when substance use or alcohol isn’t interfering with your daily life. For some, the bills are paid, careers are thriving, and social lives appear intact. It’s not obvious. Every sign indicates things are under control. But this can be one of the most dangerous…
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