Summer is the perfect time to plan relaxing getaways with family and friends. Unfortunately, many people spend their vacations drinking alcohol. If you’re trying to stay sober, you might think..
Heroin is among the most dangerous drugs in the world. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 13,000 Americans died from heroin-related drug overdoses in 2020...
Cocaine is a white powder made from the leaves of the coca plant. Some people mix powder cocaine with water and baking soda to make smokeable rocks called crack cocaine..
Methamphetamine is an extremely powerful drug. As a stimulant, it speeds up your central nervous system, causing a surge of energy and alertness. It can be snorted, smoked, injected, or..
Addiction to alcohol or drugs can affect one’s physical, mental, and social life. It can take years of hardships before someone has the courage to begin a treatment program. Attaining..
Marijuana is among the most popular drugs in the world. It’s a mix of dried parts from the marijuana plant, which is a type of cannabis plant. It remains illegal..
On July 11th, 2016, the first World Benzodiazepine Awareness Day was observed by people who experienced the harsh side effects of benzodiazepines. From then on W-BAD has been celebrated annually..
Heroin is an opioid drug made from morphine, which is an opiate (natural opioid) found in the opium poppy plant. When snorted, smoked, or injected, heroin causes a rush of..
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) states that heavy drinking is the equivalent of women having 8 or more alcoholic drinks per week and men having 15..
Deciding to enter addiction treatment is never an easy decision. The first few months and years are usually filled with growing pains that turn into valuable life lessons. Still, maintaining..
