For most people living with an alcohol use disorder, the signs and symptoms are obvious. Alcohol abuse usually leaves visible marks on a person’s appearance, health, relationships, social, and work life. However, for a minority of people struggling with an addiction to alcohol, the signs are less clear. So-called “high-functioning alcoholics”seemingly maintain a normal, productive […]
Heroin is a potent opioid drug that carries a high potential for leading to addiction. Heroin use can cause severe mental and physical health conditions and comes with serious health risks. In 2017, an opioid crisis was announced in the US due to overwhelming deaths due to opioid overdoses. This crisis was fuelled in part […]
Xanax, the most common brand name for oral alprazolam, is a potent substance in the benzodiazepine family of drugs. It is a prescription medication commonly prescribed for short-term management of a range of mental health problems including anxiety and panic disorders. Among benzodiazepines, alprazolam is particularly potent. It has a much faster acting window and […]
Heroin is a dangerous drug on its own, that comes with many risks and adverse consequences. The dangers of combining it with alcohol may be better understood by looking at heroin’s properties and addiction potential. What Is Heroin? Heroin is an illicit opioid drug. It is made from morphine, which is made from the sap […]
Feeling sad is a normal part of being human. Sometimes we have feelings of sadness due to a particular event or experience, and other times we can’t pinpoint where the emotion is coming from. However, if these feelings begin to dictate our lives, and they are present most of the time, it could indicate the […]
Marijuana, also known as cannabis, is one of the most used psychoactive substances in the world. However, repeated marijuana use comes with a real risk of physical dependence. Dependence and withdrawal symptoms can act as a barrier to quitting marijuana and enjoying a healthier, more productive lifestyle. However, medical detox can support you through the […]
What is Heroin? Heroin is an opioid drug that is obtained from the seeds of a poppy plant, typically found across Southwest Asia, Southeast Asia, and Central and South America. The seeds are transformed into morphine before being synthesized into a fine white or brown powder to create heroin. Heroin binds to opioid receptors throughout […]
Cocaine is a stimulant drug that is originally derived from a coco plant that is native to South America. It is a Schedule II controlled substance, meaning it is an extremely addictive substance that has a high potential for abuse. Someone who engages in excessive and frequent cocaine use can build a tolerance and will […]
Substance Use Disorders Addiction – or substance use disorder – is characterized by relapsing, uncontrollable use of a substance despite its negative impact on a person’s life. The condition changes the chemical makeup and structure of the reward and decision-making centers of the brain, causing sufferers to be trapped in a loop of drug or […]
Heroin is a highly addictive opioid drug that is contributing to the opioid crisis in the US. With heroin use comes the risk of overdose as well as negative effects on physical and mental health and behavioral and societal effects such as the breakdown of relationships, increased crime, and increased hospital admissions. The United States […]