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Prescription opioids, which include well-known drugs such as Vicodin, Percocet and OxyContin, can provide safe and effective pain relief when taken as prescribed. However, the potential for abuse and dependence is high, and non-medical use of these drugs has reached… Read More ›
Ketamine is a hospital-grade anesthetic used by doctors and veterinarians that has gained popularity since the 1980s as a “club drug” for its psychedelic, euphoric effects, particularly in the club and rave scene. Ketamine abuse is a serious issue in… Read More ›
The first step in overcoming an addiction to drugs or alcohol is to break any chemical dependency. To accomplish this, individuals dealing with addiction must go through a detoxification process. Detox is the process of abstaining from use so the… Read More ›
When a person seeks treatment for substance abuse or an addiction, how the therapist structures their treatment will have a significant impact on their recovery. During therapy, it can be easy for a therapist to concentrate on the pathology—the problem… Read More ›
Heroin addiction is a widespread problem in the United States; according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, about 669,000 American adults have used heroin in the past year. Most of these cases of drug abuse don’t make… Read More ›
Identifying the differences between mood and personality disorders isn’t as easy as distinguishing between different medical conditions. Unless you have a background in psychology, you may not fully understand the differences between a mood disorder and a personality disorder. While… Read More ›
Music has played an important role in people’s lives since ancient times. It can lift spirits and influence mood, it can be used as a form of communication and it can even assist in the healing process. Music therapy has… Read More ›
With over 190 million smartphone users in the United States, it is no wonder that developers are feverishly working to create the next app that everyone has to have. Some of the more popular apps are designed to help users… Read More ›
Many countries are moving away from a “war on drugs” approach to fighting substance abuse and addiction. Ireland intends to join the ranks of several other countries who have decriminalized low-level drug possession; in an even bolder move, the country… Read More ›
Without fail, people seeking treatment for addiction or mental illness come with a common problem: they have all suffered from a lack of adequate bonding or attachment with other human beings, especially in their early childhood. In other words, they… Read More ›
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