Drug Addiction

February 16, 2024

Gary Jackson

How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Your System? What to Expect

Some people may also be required to complete a hair screening because the presence of cocaine lasts longer there. Cocaine stays in the body longer in people who use it long-term. Detoxifying can take significantly longer than it would for those who use it short term, and the substance may show up in drug tests for […]

Drug Addiction

February 15, 2024

Gary Jackson

An In-Depth Look At Kratoms Long-Term Side Effects & How to Avoid Them

Start with a low dose (3 grams), but fighting withdrawal usually requires a higher amount, similar to what’s needed for severe pain. Kratom is not for everyone, but it’s worth a try if you’re looking for a natural way to boost your energy levels and improve your overall well-being. Doing this keeps you from using […]

Drug Addiction

February 15, 2024

Gary Jackson

Johns Hopkins Scientists Give Psychedelics the Serious Treatment

All four studies combined psilocybin with some form of psychotherapy and showed a beneficial effect of psilocybin-assisted therapy on SUD, but the risk of bias ranged from some concerns to critical. Future (double-blind, placebo-controlled) RCTs in patients with SUD need to evaluate whether psilocybin-assisted therapy is effective in this population. Recent years have seen a […]

Drug Addiction

February 15, 2024

Gary Jackson

Teen Drug Abuse: Signs, Risks, and Treatment

Teenagers in Arkansas are 24.84% less likely to have used drugs in the last month than the average American teen. Teenagers in Arizona are 9.05% less likely to have used drugs in the last month than the average American teen. Teenagers in Alaska are 25.67% more likely to have used drugs in the last month […]

Drug Addiction

February 14, 2024

Gary Jackson

How long does marijuana stay in your system? Blood, urine, and hair

There isn’t much you can do to speed up the amount of time it takes for THC metabolites to leave your system. Cannabis that’s ingested may remain in your system slightly longer than cannabis that’s smoked. More potent cannabis, which is higher in THC, may also stay in your system for longer. Some of these […]

Drug Addiction

February 14, 2024

Gary Jackson

Meth Addiction: Symptoms, Getting Help, Detox, Treatment, and More

Meth is typically a white pill or powder that doesn’t have a smell but tastes bitter. Crystal methamphetamine usually looks like glass chunks or shiny bluish-white rocks. If crystal meth comes as more of a powder, it’ll have a bitter taste like other kinds of meth. “For heroin users, there’s methadone, there’s suboxone. I just […]

Drug Addiction

February 14, 2024

Gary Jackson

Drooling: Causes and treatments

We are committed to help individuals, communities and families achieve freedom from addiction and our mission to do this is clear. Asana Lodge is the UK’s first residential centre which is based purely on scientific, evidence based treatments. It is important that you seek out professional medical help via emergency services to ensure that they […]

Drug Addiction

February 13, 2024

Gary Jackson

Ayahuasca: Psychological and Physiologic Effects, Pharmacology and Potential Uses in Addiction and Mental Illness PMC

Some retreats have medical staff on hand as well, in case of emergencies. Some experience euphoria and a feeling of enlightenment, while others go through severe anxiety and panic. It’s not uncommon for those taking Ayahuasca to experience both positive and negative effects from the brew. This requires meticulous labour, translation and adaptation of existing […]

Drug Addiction

February 13, 2024

Gary Jackson

2C-B Alcohol and Drug Foundation

It is potentially very dangerous in combination with MAOIs, tramadol, mescaline, amphetamines, cocaine, and others. Unlike MDMA, it doesn’t deplete serotonin, the chemical in our bodies that tells us to be happy. Instead, it mimics it – in the same way as certain antidepressants – meaning sad thoughts and exhaustion after use, along with long-term […]

Drug Addiction

February 13, 2024

Gary Jackson

Barbiturates: Uses, side effects, and risks

Barbiturates aren’t as common as in years past because newer drugs have largely taken their place. However, many of these drugs still see widespread use for specific conditions. Phenobarbital, for example, is common for treating seizures that resist first-line anti-seizure medications. While barbiturates are useful for the above listed, some of these uses are less […]

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