Heroin has been used recreationally for hundreds of years, despite the infamy of its addictive potential and the widely known negative consequences of heroin use. It is illegal in every part of the world, except in countries that have decriminalized addiction or simply do not have the means to enforce law and order. Heroin is…
Most people seeking drug and alcohol treatment are familiar with the short-term effects of alcohol on the brain, from the so-called “positive” effects, such as relaxed inhibitions and a feeling of well being, to the more obviously negative ones, such as slurred speech, impaired movements, and a highly emotional state. Alcohol is such an ingrained…
Opioids are drugs that mimic opium. Opiates, not to be confused with opioids, come directly from the opium poppy. Both opioids and opiates are dangerously addictive and quickly affecting mass numbers of society. Opiates, the natural opium mimicker, are prescribed for pain relief. Like man pain relief pharmaceuticals, opiates can become addictive. Addiction to opiates…
Overcoming cravings can be the most challenging aspect of overcoming addiction to opiates, but it is possible to do and there are many resources that can help the cravings subside. Opiates chemically block the brain from perceiving pain, which reduces the amount of endorphins it needs to release to naturally combat pain. Over time, the…
Drug use and addiction devastate the lives of both males and females. The way addiction presents itself through symptoms in either sex can vary, as can the different drugs that either sex is drawn to the recovery methods used to help addicts heal. While drug use and abuse are not identical in males and females,…
The effects of doing drugs and drinking alcohol during pregnancy have long been known to have significant effects on a developing fetus. The results of substance abuse during pregnancy range from low birth weight to fetal death and the realm of repercussions in between is vast. One outcome that occurs due to drug use during…
Marijuana is the most common illicit drug that moms use during pregnancy, but its effects on the baby are still widely unknown and debated. Can you smoke weed while pregnant? With the increasing acceptance of marijuana as a recreational and medicinal drug, many moms-to-be want to know whether or not they can continue using pot…
Heroin is an opiate that creates a sense of euphoria and relaxation in users by blocking the brain’s pain receptors. As drug users move through different substances, the chase for euphoria can get higher. Heroin is often one of those drugs that users resort to when other opiates fail to induce the same amount of…
Many parents are unsure if, when and how to talk to their teenager about drugs and alcohol. Adolescence is a tricky time for both parents and teens, who are testing boundaries and likely, their parents’ patience. However, it’s imperative to talk to your child about drugs early and often. Live Science reports that 62 percent…
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