In the United States, marijuana is legal in 37 states for medical purposes and in 19 states for recreational use. However, despite more and more states legalizing marijuana use, there are still various arguments as to whether it has positive or negative effects on...
Abusing Prescription Drugs? Self-Test & Guide Table of Contents Prescription drug misuse and abuse have been described as an epidemic across the country.It is a substance use disorder that knows no boundaries of race, age, gender, or income level. Every year, 16.3...
Nearly 21 million Americans have at least one addiction. Yet, a shockingly low percentage of people receive treatment for it. Studies show that stimulant overdoses are rising, especially because stimulants are being mixed with other drugs. Being familiar with...
Even though Adderall is a medication used to treat ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) one survey found that 24% of students use the drug. Though it’s often associated with studying, the reality is that many people use Adderall recreationally. In...
Khat (pronounced “cot”) is a stimulant drug primarily used by people in African cultures. In those cultures where it originates, people treat the drug the same as how our culture treats caffeine. Even though some cultures view it as simply a stimulant to take...
Whether you are prescribed Adderall because you have ADHD or take it without a prescription, Adderall withdrawals may occur. Adderall (the brand name for the drug amphetamine-dextroamphetamine) is a prescription stimulant to help you focus and concentrate. It boosts...
