Author: Gary Jackson

The researchers found that grandiose narcissism, i.e., overt narcissism, was a positive predictor of alcohol consumption. People in this group were also less likely to see their alcohol use as a problem. While narcissism and alcoholism don’t always occur together, there are some reasons why narcissists might be more prone to developing an alcohol use […]

The prodrome stage can last for 10 minutes and involves some of the first signs that a seizure may be about to happen. Symptoms that you may experience in this stage include confusion, anxiety, irritability, and headache. Some people describe a general “funny feeling” that happens in this phase. When GABA comes to bind to […]

The numbers, both in the northeast and around the U.S., are likely significant underestimates. Its presence in drug-related deaths rose from 0.3% to 6.7% between 2015 and 2020, according to a 2022 report published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence. That rate was more than 10% in Connecticut, 19% in Maryland and nearly 26% in Pennsylvania, […]

However, with ongoing use, these capabilities can be impaired, sometimes irreversibly. When you drink more than your liver can effectively process, alcohol and its byproducts can damage your liver. This initially takes the form of increased fat in your liver, but over time it can lead to inflammation and the accumulation of scar tissue. It […]

Substance disorders are now recognized as chronic conditions that require a long-term process of recovery outside of a formal treatment episode. Recovery management services are designed to provide formalized support that promotes recovery and well-being for a client while they begin to reengage in their lives. This helps an individual to return to work and […]

Some scientific studies speculate that DMT may contribute to neurodegenerative and neurorestorative processes. This means it could potentially treat neurodegenerative diseases in the future. Ask a trusted friend or family member to stay near you when you try the drug. Keep in mind that patient confidentiality laws will prevent them from reporting this information to […]

But it carries many risks, including overdose and serious physical and mental side effects as well as addiction. If you or someone you know has problems with cocaine use, seek help from a doctor or mental health professional. Although there’s no cure for drug addiction, treatment options can help you overcome an addiction and stay […]

You may also begin to avoid processing uncomfortable feelings by numbing them by drinking or using drugs, which can block progress during treatment and trigger or worsen existing depression and anxiety. Once the drugs wear off and you sober up, your PTSD symptoms will come back stronger than ever, leading to a quickly escalating cycle […]

Whipped cream canister refills, nitrous oxide tanks used to boost a car’s speed and restaurant supplies that power whipped cream machines are all also used for whippets. Like other inhalant drugs, whippets can be easy for young people to get ahold of and abuse. Dr. Carl advises parents to be cognizant of whippets and other […]

Alcohol consumption and abuse may cause you to look tired and puffy. You might also prefer to drink coffee, tea, a seltzer with fresh fruit, or a soda with fresh lemon or lime. Once you start to reap the benefits of not drinking, it may be easier to opt for alternatives since your body may […]