Opiates are substances created from opium, which is a compound obtained from the opium poppy plant. Opium is well known for its many attributes, but…
When sick with addiction, the addict focuses on one thing only: drugs or alcohol. Their whole day consists of either being high or getting the…
Club drugs are a group of psychoactive drugs. They act on the CNS (central nervous system) and cause changes in mood, behavior, and awareness. These…
Currently, nearly 22 million people are suffering from active substance use disorders in the US. 23 million people are in addiction recovery. 45 million people…
Tobacco is the number one most preventable cause of death and disease in the United States. It causes more than 480,000 premature deaths each year.…
Recent studies show that about one-third of people with chronic pain also have an addiction issue. This can partially be because long-term use or misuse…
Heroin is a highly addictive illegal opioid drug that was invented in 1874. It is processed from morphine, a naturally occurring substance, and extracted from…
Hydroxyzine is a medication used to treat allergic reactions. In America, it is sold under the brand name Atarax and others. Hydroxyzine belongs to the…
Addiction is a chronic brain disease manifested by compulsive behavior and the inability to stop using drugs despite any harmful negative consequences. The first step…
Millions of people struggle with heroin addiction. Heroin is an opioid drug that causes addiction and physical dependence quickly. Heroin users develop physical dependence when…