Author: Gary Jackson

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Gary Jackson has been working as a social worker for 10 years now. He studied psychology at Boston University and, right after graduation, started helping people struggling with alcohol and drug addiction. Now he is writing helpful articles in the fight against drug and alcohol addiction in this blog.

March 25, 2024

Gary Jackson

How Long Does Alcohol Stay in Your System?

Correspondingly, an individual that is extremely muscular but of shorter stature will have a higher BAC than someone taller than them of the same composition. Saliva tests can detect alcohol two hours after consumption, and hair tests can detect alcohol for up to 90 days. Hair testing can be used to detect the use of […]

Alcohol Addiction

March 25, 2024

Gary Jackson

DMT: Uses, Side Effects, and Risks

Experimental studies have been few and it is premature to conclude that DMT may have clinically relevant uses. Formation of IAA was thought to be likely due to oxidase deamination of NMT (Barker et al., 1980), but was later established to be also in part by direct deamination by MAO (Barker et al., 1982). “The […]

Drug Addiction

March 25, 2024

Gary Jackson

Does Animal-Assisted Therapy Work? The Pet-Human Bond

The animal, in this sense, works as an anchor to keep us safe at harbor while exploring stormy seas. Many people consider their pets to be family members, and research shows that the human–animal bond is a therapeutically powerful relationship. The mental health benefits of animal-assisted therapy for kids go even further. A therapy animal […]

Detox and Treatment

March 25, 2024

Gary Jackson

DMT Risks And Dependence Find Treatment Today

However, there’s still limited research on the medicinal benefits of DMT. More studies are necessary before making any conclusive statements about its medical potential. DMT is one of the potent psychedelic drugs that has captivated and inspired users for centuries. If curious about trying DMT, it’s important to take certain steps to reduce your risk […]

Drug Addiction

March 22, 2024

Gary Jackson

How Long Does a Hangover Last? What to Expect

If you must drink, it’s best to limit your alcohol intake. Treatment options are also available for those suffering from alcohol addiction. Alcohol is the main culprit in a hangover, but other components of alcoholic beverages might contribute to hangover symptoms or make a hangover worse. The researchers concluded that 25% to 30% of people […]

Alcohol Addiction

March 22, 2024

Gary Jackson

Drug addiction substance use disorder Symptoms and causes

However, any ‘stress’ that is prolonged or chronic can become unpredictable and uncontrollable, resulting in a loss of sense of accomplishment or adaptability and the development of homeostatic dysregulation. This homeostatic dysregulation creates the potential for drug-seeking behaviors and possibly addiction. Drug addiction, also called substance use disorder, is a disease that affects a person’s brain […]

Drug Addiction

March 22, 2024

Gary Jackson

Heroin Treatment

If a person becomes addicted to these prescribed medications and can’t obtain them anymore, they may pursue illegal drugs like heroin to achieve the same pleasurable feeling. Why do people start taking opioids and why can’t they stop? Through interviews with users and experts, The New York Times created a visual representation of how these […]

Drug Addiction

March 22, 2024

Gary Jackson

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Techniques for Addiction

The diary card may also include space for a general rating for the day and any medications or substances used (legal or illegal). These questions aid the individual in making the connections between a galvanizing event and the reaction s/he had to the event, as well as understanding how the emotional reaction impacts the self […]

Detox and Treatment

March 22, 2024

Gary Jackson

How Alcohol Affects Your Body

You may be looking to know if you’re drinking too much post-summer haze of outdoor picnics and afternoons in the pub, or even how to cut down on alcohol and try more mindful drinking. Here, woman&home speaks to three doctors to reveal the real side-effects of everyday drinking and if your drinking habits could harm […]

Alcohol Addiction

March 22, 2024

Gary Jackson

Crack Overdose Crack Overdose Treatment, Signs, & Symptoms

If you think someone you love is using cocaine, encourage them to seek help. Ask a healthcare provider about programs and services for people affected by another person’s cocaine use. Using it increases your risk of serious and sometimes life-threatening medical conditions like heart attack, stroke and drug overdose. Cocaine use disorder (addiction) can affect […]

Drug Addiction