Alcohol abuse and depression are two mental health disorders that often occur together. When a person has two conditions that require treatment, it is often…
Prescription drug abuse is defined as using prescription medication in any way other than how the doctor prescribed it. Taking larger or more frequent doses,…
Synthetic marijuana refers to a growing class of drugs that have been designed to mimic the effects of cannabis. These drugs can lead to synthetic…
Cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant drug that affects the brain in several harmful ways. Some of the mental health damage caused by cocaine can…
Benzodiazepines are prescription drugs that are used widely for recreational purposes. These drugs are highly addictive and carry severe side effects, and sudden withdrawal can…
Experts estimate that a slight majority of individuals who complete a drug rehab program will experience a relapse in their lives. Avoiding relapse is possible…
Most people know that mixing alcohol and prescription drugs can be dangerous, especially if a warning is printed on the medication label. Still, some people…
Addiction can isolate a person from friends, family, and mainstream society. It may seem like no one else understands what they are going through. In…
When a person tries to stop using heroin after becoming physically addicted to the substance, they experience heroin withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms can be extremely…
Opioids are potent drugs that can relieve pain and create feelings of euphoria. They can also produce a large number of unwanted short- and long-term…