If someone stopped breathing after opioid use, the direction was clear: administer Narcan, wait for them to gasp back to consciousness, and get them to a hospital. But what if it doesn’t work? Xylazine (tranq) is a veterinary sedative increasingly mixed into the fentanyl supply. It’s not an opioid, which means Narcan can’t reverse its…
When you think someone you care about is struggling with cocaine abuse, it’s common to start to look for common cocaine addiction symptoms. One of the physical signs you might notice is how cocaine affects the eyes, sometimes referred to as “cocaine eyes.” What do eyes on cocaine look like? We’ve created this guide to…
Having the whites of your eyes take on a yellow shade is a concerning symptom. Yellow eyes and liver damage are commonly linked because several liver conditions can cause a symptom called jaundice that results in the whites of your eyes turning yellow, as well as your skin. What might be causing liver damage? One…
It’s a question that’s been picking up speed in the past few years: can taking tiny amounts of psychedelics help your addiction recovery – or is it playing with fire? Microdosing, the process of consuming sub-hallucinogenic doses of LSD or psilocybin mushrooms, has captured attention in recovery communities. Some claim that microdosing in a safe…
For many navigating addiction recovery, every day is a new battle. Sometimes, fighting off cravings takes all the strength you have. Other days, you find yourself seeking alternatives to activities that put you in risky situations. But what if the key to preventing relapse wasn’t fighting your cravings, but learning to ride the moment like…
Whether you’ve noticed it on yourself the morning after or caught the scent on someone else, alcohol fundamentally changes how your body smells. And it’s more than just leftover drinks on your breath. When you consume alcohol, your body treats it as a toxin that needs immediate processing. This urgent detoxification happens through multiple channels:…
Heroin addiction affects over 1 million Americans, with opioid overdose deaths claiming thousands of lives each year. And many people’s struggles with opioid addiction may go unnoticed until it’s too late. However, there are warning signs. Unlike many other signs of drug use that can be hidden or excused, the eye changes caused by heroin…
Custody battles are stressful enough on their own. Throw in addiction, and the stakes are high for everyone involved. The fear of losing your children can be paralyzing, particularly when you’re already struggling to overcome substance abuse. You may worry that admitting that you need help could be used against you in court, or that…
Remember when two drinks used to be enough? When did a drink or two turn into three, four, five, or more? Unfortunately, this is often the gradual reality for people who drink regularly. As time goes on, the body adapts to alcohol. Thus, it might take more to feel the same effects. And while it…
If you’re thinking about detoxing from drugs at home, you’re not alone. It can feel more private. It may also reduce costs. And if you’re feeling uncertain about rehab, it might sound like a good alternative. However, home detox can be very dangerous and even life-threatening. So, why shouldn’t you detox from drugs at home?…
