Car accidents used to be the top-ranking cause of accidental deaths in the United States, but that isn’t the case anymore. Drug overdoses are now…
Amanda StevensFebruary 24, 2021
Methamphetamine is a very potent stimulant that has become so popular in recent years that it has become an epidemic. Originally discovered in 1893, it…
Amanda StevensFebruary 17, 2021
People often use substances to relax, unwind, or otherwise enjoy themselves, and this presents a danger when hazardous and illegal substances are used. But more…
Amanda StevensFebruary 15, 2021
LSD, lysergic acid diethylamide, is a purely synthetic chemical that was first synthesized in 1938 in Switzerland. It was discovered during research that was being…
Amanda StevensFebruary 10, 2021
Addiction, to heroin or otherwise, is like a roaring lion waiting to devour its prey. This often isn’t readily apparent to the addict, however. No,…
Amanda StevensJanuary 28, 2021
Marijuana use has risen significantly over the years thanks to the glorified depictions of it that we hear about in songs and see on tv…
Amanda StevensJanuary 25, 2021
Prozac is a commonly known antidepressant used by millions of people every year. It tends to be prescribed in 10mg, 20mg, and 40mg doses. Despite…
Amanda StevensJanuary 20, 2021
People who are severely underweight due to surgery, chronic infection and trauma are typically prescribed Anavar to help them gain weight. The drug is also…
Amanda StevensJanuary 15, 2021
Xanax is an extremely powerful benzodiazepine medication oftentimes prescribed as a means to help treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorders, and insomnia. Unfortunately, however,…
Amanda StevensJanuary 3, 2021
More recently a drug has made its debut in the U.S. as a more “natural” antidote for opioid withdrawal. This drug is becoming increasingly popular…
Amanda StevensDecember 15, 2020
Xanax, also known as alprazolam, is a prescription medication used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. This type of medication belongs in a class called…
Amanda StevensDecember 11, 2020
While all drugs have the potential to be harmful, even life-threatening, there are some drugs that are inherently more dangerous than others. This is particularly…
Amanda StevensDecember 2, 2020
The rate at which hallucinogenic drugs are abused is on the rise. In fact, there are over 3 million people in the U.S. aged 12…
Amanda StevensNovember 25, 2020
Addiction vs Dependence: The Difference and How to Get Help for an Addiction or Dependence on a Drug
The differences between the terms “addiction” and “dependence” can be challenging to comprehend, especially since the terms can be used interchangeably by many different groups…
Amanda StevensNovember 18, 2020
Recognizing the stages and transitions of alcoholism is extremely helpful when trying to decide what the best course of action for treatment may be. As…
Amanda StevensOctober 28, 2020
