This post was originally written in September 2013. Since that time, we have seen heroin go from a drug that was starting to show up in unlikely places, to where we are today in the midst of a full-blown epidemic in the United States. Heroin is making a comeback. It’s been able to advance under […]
According to statistics provided by The National Institute on Drug Abuse, nearly 23 million U.S. citizens over the age of 12 were addicted to an illegal or prescribed drug in 2011. Marijuana was the most commonly abused drug, with prescription pain relievers and tranquilizers representing the second most abused substances. Epidemic in scope, drug addiction […]
Abusing or mis-using drugs is one of the worst things for your body. Drug abuse can negatively affect your liver, heart and lungs. What many people don’t realize is that it can also do a number on your teeth. If you regularly abuse drugs, you will likely experience a number of oral health issues including […]
The development of an addiction is hard to fight, particularly when an individual denies that he or she has a problem. Although denial may not seem harmful, it presents a problem when fighting addiction and seeking appropriate help. Potential Problems With Denial Denying that a problem exists is a primary concern in addiction for a […]
A recent segment on The Today Show about the untimely death of “Glee” star Cory Monteith highlights the changing face of the “typical” heroin user. After missing his checkout time at a Vancouver hotel, staff entered Monteith’s room and discovered his body. The coroner’s office later reported that the 31-year-old actor died from a lethal […]
Opioid addiction is a key constituent of opioid dependence, which occurs when an individual is incapable of stopping the use of opiate drugs such as morphine, heroin, hydrocodone and oxycodone, to name a few. This is a complicated disorder, but make no mistake, it can be treated. Opioid Dependence is a major public health issue […]
Drug addiction is a complex illness that is characterized by intense and, in severe cases, uncontrollable drug cravings. Drug users are often engaged in compulsive drug seeking and use persistent methods and illicit activities for instant gratification. While it often begins with a voluntary act of taking these substances, with time, it leads to compromised […]
Hallucinogens are basically synthetic or natural substances that upset the communication between the brain and central nervous system so as to disrupt an individual’s viewpoint of reality. Although not as widespread or publicized, hallucinogen abuse is a significant problem in the Unites States. Used for their mind-altering effects, they have a long history of use […]
Scientists have identified a possible connection between Parkinson’s and the usage of methamphetamine. According to the Science Daily report, a protein has been found that is not just integral to the process that leads to Parkinson’s disease, but it could also play a part in causing the high that is attained when using methamphetamine as […]
Dilaudid Addiction is an issue in the U.S. which is growing rapidly. Scientifically speaking, Dilaudid is hydromorphone hydrochloride and is a part of the opioid class of prescription drugs. The term hydromorphone indicates that Dilaudid is a derivative of Morphine, which is made using the sap of the poppy plant. The sap is also used […]
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