Did you know that the United States has been dealing with an opioid epidemic? That’s why opioid and opiate detox programs and rehabs have sprung…
Benzodiazepines are prescription medications that have hypnotic and sedative qualities. Benzos frequently provide relief to those who have anxiety and panic disorders. A known risk…
Drinking holidays are a challenging time for those with alcohol use disorders. Some days are harder than others, but every day has the potential to…
Painkillers help treat people recovering from an injury or surgery and those with chronic pain. When appropriately used, opiate painkillers can help people continue to…
In many instances today, a person buying opioids on the street is purchasing a mixture containing the synthetic opiate fentanyl. A tiny amount of fentanyl…
The long-term effects of alcohol on the brain should not be understated. After a person has abused alcohol for a prolonged period, they are likely…
Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are one of the most commonly abused substances. Part of the reason is that benzos have been over-prescribed. Doctors often prescribe them…
Benzos are the street name for benzodiazepines, a class of prescription sedatives commonly used to support people dealing with bipolar disorder who need to control…
One of the most addictive substances abused is heroin. Heroin does not give users an adrenaline rush like cocaine or crystal meth. Instead, it has…
It is not uncommon for people to have a cocktail, a glass of wine, or a beer at an event. However, social drinking—one or two…