Chances are most people have probably heard of the word Quaalude before. Whether you know it from The Wolf Of Wall Street, or maybe the Bill Cosby trial. Nevertheless, many of us are at least aware of the term. However, you might not have the knowledge of what it is...
One of the newer commonly abused forms of drug addiction is prescription drug abuse. Affecting the lives of many people in the United States, trying to put an end to it can feel helpless. Many people become addicted over a gradual process without even noticing....
“I am not good enough to get the job..” “I do not work well under pressure, I won’t make the deadline..” Self-defeating behaviors can be your own worst enemy. These thoughts play on repeat when we encounter stress. It is common to retreat to negative behaviors during...
Many of us are aware that abusing alcohol can cause significant damage to your liver. On average, the liver can process one alcoholic drink an hour. When people drink heavily or suffer from alcohol abuse, a huge strain is placed on the liver, in return processing...
Inhalants remain a popular drug in the United States, as the 8th most used recreational drug in 2017. A wide range of substances that are misused can be inhaled, although the term inhalants refers to types of drugs that are typically only inhaled. For instance,...
People battling a drug or alcohol addiction did not imagine that a pandemic would emerge and get in the way of treatment. Nevertheless, in the year 2020, the spread of COVID-19 impacted everyone’s lives, excluding no one. Now, many people struggling with substance...
The first step and perhaps the most significant step when struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction is accepting treatment. Struggling with addiction can be overwhelming and challenging for most, which is why having a good support system is vital. Sometimes, the...
Cocaine is a very powerful drug made from the leaves of a coca plant found in South America. It was once considered the drug of high social status during the 80s and 90s, and continues to remain popular today. In fact, research shows that in the United States, 1.5...
It is not unusual for a depressed person to turn to alcohol to “self-medicate.” Alcohol is typically consumed to alter your mind and bring feelings of relaxation. The irony is, alcohol is classified as a depressant, and using a depressant while depressed, is simply...
Psychedelic drugs or hallucinogens, are popular substances in the United States and are used recreationally. These drugs offer mystical experiences and enhance sensory perception, thought processes, and energy levels. Psychedelics have been around for centuries, and...
