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5 Interesting Facts About Alcohol Abuse
Until recently, when people heard the term “addict”, they would think of drug users such as heroin, cocaine, meth addicts, etc. Recent studies have shown that alcohol addiction can be just as...
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What Is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)?
Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) is a term used to describe a series of problems that may persist after you have detoxed from certain substances including opiates, alcohol, anti-depressants, and...
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Prescription Drug Abuse – What Is Vicodin?
Vicodin is a combination pain reliever that is made of acetaminophen and codeine. If your loved one has ever visited a doctor for moderate pain, injury, or surgery, they have probably been prescribed...
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How Addiction Profoundly Affects Brain Chemistry
Many people believe that addiction is caused by a lack of willpower. Recent studies show that drug use can modify the chemistry of the brain to the point that recovery may seem impossible to the user....
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What Are The 4 Stages Of Addiction?
Like many diseases, you don’t just wake up an addict. Becoming addicted to drugs and alcohol is a process that occurs over time. While brain chemistry and genetics play a factor in your addiction, the...
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What Is Oxycontin And What Are The Risks And Symptoms Of Addiction?
If you or someone you love has ever been injured, the doctor has probably prescribed a painkiller. The most commonly prescribed pain medication for moderate to severe pain is Oxycontin. Oxycontin is...
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What Are Benzodiazepines?
Benzodiazepines are a type of sedative drug. This type of drug is often prescribed for conditions such as anxiety, insomnia, muscle relaxing, and to cause amnesia in patients undergoing unpleasant...
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What Are The Differences Between Crack Cocaine And Cocaine?
When learning about drug addiction and treatment for cocaine dependency, it is helpful to understand the differences between conventional and crack cocaine. Both drugs are stimulants that come from...
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The Importance Of Nutrition In Recovery
Recovering from an addiction can be very difficult, especially if the habit is well-established. As part of the recovery process, nutrition plays a key role in helping a patient increase his or her...
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Flakka: The Latest Party Drug
A new drug is gaining popularity in some parts of the United States, and it has the potential to be even more dangerous than cocaine. Called “flakka” or “gravel” because of its white chunk-like...
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Top 10 Most Addictive Illegal Drugs – Part 1
Although alcohol and tobacco are the two most common causes of addiction, millions of individuals become addicted to illegal drugs each year. The following are 10 of the most addictive illegal drugs...
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Top 10 Most Addictive Illegal Drugs – Part 2
Continued from 10 Most Addictive Illegal Drugs – Part 1 Cocaine – It’s hard to believe that cocaine was once thought of as non-addictive. However, researchers have proven that cocaine causes...
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How Does Addiction Change Your Self-Perception?
There are many ways that drug or alcohol addiction can destroy your life. The most obvious of these include your physical health, your relationships and your career. Yet, one of the most destructive...
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