Author: Gary Jackson

Remember that it takes some time before the alcohol is fully absorbed into your bloodstream, which makes it easy to consume much more than what you intended. With all that said, the true key to sustainable recovery from opioid addiction is deciding to treat your body and self better. Proper adherence to one’s MAT program […]

Blanchard (2000) studied 872 methadone-treated patients and examined the presence of axis I and II disorders. He demonstrated that if an opioid addict had one of the first axis disorders, would need the drug addiction therapies, and psychotherapy, combined with methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) 10. The results of this study show that the prevalence of […]

Numerous studies have looked into the effectiveness of melatonin supplements in treating anxiety. Some findings suggest melatonin can help by improving sleep quality, creating a preventative effect on depression and anxiety symptoms. However, evidence suggests that melatonin supplements promote sleep and are safe for short-term use. Melatonin can be used to treat delayed sleep phase […]

The idea that the psychotic state induced by LSD resulted from actions at serotonin receptors led to the suggestion that LSD provides a “model psychosis” and to the serotonin hypothesis of schizophrenia. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5) classifies schizophrenia as a psychotic disorder with symptoms that can include hallucinations, […]

While it can deliver the “desired” effects much faster, it also carries a few risks if you abuse kratom by snorting. If kratom is snorted, however, this plant matter cannot be safely digested. Instead, it builds up within the user’s upper respiratory tract, blocking the nasal capillaries responsible for the nasal absorption of a substance. […]

There are times when cutting back on your drinking can be helpful, but there are times when quitting alcohol altogether is the best solution. If you want to stop drinking for good, don’t let past relapses discourage you from trying to quit. It is normal and even expected for people to try to quit at […]

In my case, it was hard to let go of the person I loved, because it felt very much as though alcohol had consumed that person and left nothing behind. Focus on yourself first, and the best way to do this is to let go of the lingering doubts, hatred, or anger you may feel. […]

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances. This list is not complete and many other drugs may affect gabapentin. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Overdose symptoms may include slow breathing, double vision, tremor, slurred speech, drowsiness, change in your […]

It can be hard to decide if you think someone is drunk enough to need medical help. But it’s best to take action right away rather than be sorry later. You may worry about what will happen to you or a friend or family member, especially if underage. But the results of not getting help […]

The withdrawal period normally peaks 72 hours after the blood alcohol level drops. The effects of withdrawal often ease 5 to 7 days after drinking ends. While everyone may experience anxiousness from time to time, a person who has an anxiety disorder often finds their anxiety doesn’t go away and may actually get worse with, […]