Conversations about the national drug crisis usually address the toll on humanity—overdose deaths, crime, and the impact on society. But looking at it another way—in FINANCIAL terms—how much does it cost to maintain an addiction? The National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates that the abuse of and addiction to nicotine, alcohol, illicit drugs, and prescription medications has an…
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Top 10 Hardest Addictions to Kick Different drugs, whether prescription medications or illegal substances can all elicit a wide range of sensations for its users. From relaxed, calming moods, to high energy and feelings of euphoria, most drugs can create a false sense of security. Users may feel empowered with these substances, which can quickly…
Methamphetamine, also known as meth, crystal, or ice, is a Schedule II substance in the US and considered highly addictive. It’s known more widely as a stimulant and work by flooding the brain with dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin, which results in a sense of euphoria. Meth is metabolized slowly, which means a longer high and larger impact…
Addiction and Enabling Go Hand-in-Hand Substance abuse doesn’t just affect the addicted person. When someone has a drug or alcohol problem, it profoundly impacts the lives of those around them. Addiction has a special way of weaving chaos and dysfunction into the lives of everyone it comes into contact with – including unsuspecting friends and…
More than 200,000 Coloradans know someone who has died from a drug overdose in the last year. Yet, nearly half of those residents indicated they went without needed substance treatment in 2019. Additionally, substance abuse statewide is on the rise and even Colorado law enforcement has taken on increased action to combat the growing drug…
Why is Xanax Dangerous? First introduced to the US pharmaceutical markets in 1981, alprazolam—the generic form of Xanax—is used to treat a wide range of anxiety and panic disorders. Since its introduction, alprazolam is one of the most used psychiatric drugs in the United States with over 49 million prescriptions written nationwide in 2014. It…
It is common knowledge that prolonged drug use can cause major health complications for the body’s most vital organs – especially the liver, kidneys, bladder, and stomach. But, most people neglect the fact that drug addiction can also be extremely damaging to the body’s largest organ – the skin. Learn more about skin problems for…
Antidepressants like citalopram and sertraline can help people overcome depression. At the same time, they can have adverse reactions when mixed with other drugs. People who are prescribed medication for depression should be careful about which other substances they combine with their meds. There are many drugs that don’t mix with antidepressants. If you, or…
When it comes to drug and alcohol dependence and drug and alcohol addiction, the difference between the two might be challenging to understand. Some treatment centers focus on only dependence. Others only use addiction. Still more focus only on the term substance use disorder, or use these three terms interchangeably. The lack of consistency can…