Substance Abuse Archive
The Risk of Overdose for Xanax Users
You are probably familiar with Xanax (generic brand name alprazolam) as a medication used to treat generalized anxiety and panic disorders. It is a relatively common drug and is widely
Substance Abuse Archive
You are probably familiar with Xanax (generic brand name alprazolam) as a medication used to treat generalized anxiety and panic disorders. It is a relatively common drug and is widely
Psychedelic drugs have been a topic of interest since the time of ancient civilizations, and continue to be studied by researchers today. They are oftentimes associated with spiritual enlightening as
All prescriptions come with warning labels and strict instructions on what can and cannot be taken in combination with the medication. For example, most medications recommend against drinking alcohol while
Drugs are classified based on their effects on the body. Stimulants trigger the central nervous system and enhance sensations of focus and alertness. Depressants have the opposite effect, slowing down
Addiction and obsession are often two words used interchangeably in everyday conversation. Someone may say, “I’m addicted to morning lattes,” or “I’m obsessed with morning lattes,” and mean the same
Trauma and addiction have long been connected. Not only does one condition sometimes directly contribute to the development of the other, but when present simultaneously in an individual, they can
Painkiller medications can seem like little miracle pills when they’re used appropriately. Popping an Advil to alleviate your headache can feel like a lifeline when you’re in a situation where
Bullying can affect men and women of all ages, races, education backgrounds, in all ranges of social and economic standings. It most commonly affects those within the teenage demographic, but
Recovery is anything but a one-size-fits-all process. Each person has a unique past with substance use, personal triggers to drug use, genetic factors that come into play and strengths that
Losing a loved one, going through a divorce, experiencing a loss of identity, maneuvering through the loss of employment, losing housing to a natural disaster— these are all significant losses