Dangers of Snorting Cocaine
Snorting cocaine has become a deadly gamble with the influx of fentanyl in the cocaine supply. Back in the day, cocaine was that go-to substance that guaranteed a good time. A snort of coke meant you could dance and party for hours. It wasn’t until the long-term effects of cocaine became known that the warning […]
Cocaine Withdrawal Symptoms and Timeline
Learn What to Expect During Cocaine Detox and Withdrawal. Cocaine is one of the most addictive drugs out there. For over a decade, high costs for the drug suppressed it’s popularity—but now it is on the rise again. In fact, SAMHSA reports a 26% increase in cocaine use among young adults. Many people look to […]
How to Get a Meth Addict Help
Meth use has been rising again in recent years. Learn how to get a meth addict help. Even though it is well known that meth is a dangerous drug, people are still using this synthetic stimulant. Meth subsists of toxic ingredients. These, plus the drug’s impact on the brain, cause a wide range of damage […]
Heroin Nod Explained
What Is Nodding Out? One of the effects of using heroin is the heroin nod, or nodding out. Nodding out is a term that describes being in and out of a conscious state after using heroin. The “heroin nod” can come about in a matter of minutes. While in this semi-conscious state the person’s head […]
Barbiturate Overdose Treatment and Recovery
Barbiturates are sedatives that were used before benzos came on the scene. Even though these drugs are not used much now, they still could be used as a drug of abuse. When someone overdoses on these drugs it is a serious health event that requires medical attention. Barbiturate overdose treatment involves swift actions that will […]
Adderall Overdose Psychosis
Can You Overdose on Adderall? The Dangers of the “Study Drug” Adderall is a prescription drug designed to treat ADHD and narcolepsy. In the past decade it has also been labeled “the study drug.” Adderall is known to stave off sleep and increase energy levels. These effects improve focus, so students often access the drug […]
Alcohol Poisoning Symptoms Next Day and Beyond
What’s the Difference Between a Hangover & Alcohol Poisoning? Understanding the Dangers of Binge Drinking Alcohol poisoning can happen when someone consumes a large amount of alcohol over a short period of time. The college campus has been the scene of many tragic deaths that occurred due to binge drinking. While we may first think […]
5 Things You Need to Know About Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Many people who suffer from addiction also suffer from different kinds of mental health disorders. Based on research, over half of the total population of individuals with addiction has a diagnosable mental health concern. In most cases, no one knows which of the two comes first. But, they are strongly linked to each other. One […]
N.A. Meetings and Residential Treatment
Attempting to battle drug addiction without treatment and support is like marching up the down escalator. Eventually you will tire of your futile efforts and be carried back down into the addiction. Without professional help and social support there is no way to conquer the demon. To succeed in recovery takes a two-pronged approach. The […]
Relieving Ritalin Withdrawal
Ritalin is a prescription medication used to treat people diagnosed with ADHD or narcolepsy. While it can be highly effective in helping individuals manage the symptoms of these disorders, the drug also has a high potential for abuse. Ritalin, like its cousin Adderall, is a stimulant, and both of these drugs have been significantly misused […]
