Finding Faith in Recovery
Approximately three-quarters of all US drug rehab centers have a faith-based addiction treatment program. The efficacy of this kind of treatment has long been established. But is it only for…
Tips for Treating Opioid Withdrawal
The human brain has its own special opioid receptors that are there to attach to the body’s naturally occurring opioid-like substances. These natural opioids are pumped out by the brain…
How Marijuana Can Impact Memory
The addictive qualities of marijuana and the drug’s negative side effects are often brushed aside by people who assume that because of legalization in many states, risks are minimal (or…
Recognizing PCP Abuse and Getting Help
Phencyclidine or PCP, known commonly by its street name angel dust, is a Schedule II drug. This designation indicates a high risk for abuse, dependence, and addiction. More than six…
Common Side Effects of Fentanyl
Fentanyl is one of the most powerful synthetic opioids in existence. Originally manufactured for use as a painkiller, fentanyl quickly made its way into the street market, increasing the risk…
DUI vs. DWI
Let’s state the obvious: driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal. There can be legal consequences for impaired driving even when a drug…
Tips to Quit Smoking Weed
Many people mistakenly believe that marijuana is completely harmless and non-addictive. Like any drug, including those like alcohol or prescription medications that are legal and socially acceptable, cannabis can be…
Why Is Nicotine Addictive?
Cigarettes are available in grocery stores, gas stations, and bodegas all across the US and yet nicotine is one of the most addictive substances on the planet. It’s as addictive…
How Long Does Alcohol Withdrawal Last?
Alcohol abuse affects millions of Americans a year, not just those who suffer from addiction. Traffic accidents caused by driving under the influence are one of the most significant preventable…
Physical Effects of an Overdose
The numbers of drug overdose deaths go up every year. There are countless organizations and programs, both government and private, devoted to stemming the tide of addiction, and though some…