Drug Addiction

The disease model of addiction, studies show, also fosters more compassionate attitudes towards those who are addicted and more human treatment. Addiction is also viewed as a disease in order to facilitate insurance coverage of any treatment. Repeated use of a drug changes the wiring of the brain in a number of ways. Having co-occurring […]

This transition occurred in 10th graders in 2014 and in 12th graders in 2015, reflecting a steep decline in daily cigarette use and fairly stable daily marijuana use. When you call our team, you will speak to a Recovery Advocate who will answer any questions and perform a pre-assessment to determine your eligibility for treatment. […]

The duration of the effects is similar to other methods of oral ingestion, although depending on the potency of the extract they can be significantly more intense. A lot of recreational drug users don’t get this when first trying Salvia divinorum. A way of revealing the actual experience of the trip is simply asking the […]

Flashbacks can be brief, or they can reoccur for years after an experience with a substance. Studies suggest flashback episodes are rare and when they do occur are not always a negative experience. Mushrooms are considered safe when taken in small doses or within a therapeutic setting. While shrooms are not addictive or habit forming, […]

This can cause you to use the drug repeatedly, leading to addiction or dependence. If you recognize signs that someone is on crack, you should contact a medical professional or addiction specialist. People who are on crack for a long period of time are more likely to experience infections because of a compromised immune system. […]

Opiates come in several different forms and can be consumed a number of ways. Typically, these drugs are prescribed as oral capsules or tablets. While a majority of people legally obtain a prescription from their doctor, others may borrow or steal pills from family members or friends. However, using another person’s medications is illegal and […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), almost 24% of fatal opioid overdoses in 2020 involved prescription opioids like oxycodone. However, in the face of this crisis, healthcare providers and medical professionals have become better-versed at educating patients about these drugs. They’ve revised their prescription approaches to minimize risk and have developed better protocols […]

This means they may find it difficult to manage their use of cocaine and may experience addiction in the most severe cases of SUD. Inpatient treatment centers are a desirable choice for many crack abusers because these centers keep the user away from the drug and anyone using it. Inpatient programs can also provide the […]

A drug overdose means that an individual has consumed a toxic amount of a substance. According to the National Harm Reduction Coalition, ingesting too much of one or multiple drugs can harm the body. From 2009 to 2019, the age-adjusted death rate for drug overdose increased from 11.9 per 100,000 to 21.6. If you use […]

Salvia also has a low addiction potential, and people have not reported overdoses. The Mazatec also roll fresh salvia leaves into a cigar-like “quid.” They suck or chew the quid without swallowing, and so they absorb the drug from the mouth lining into the bloodstream. In this article, we find out what salvia is, how […]