The United States is going through a crisis with their worsening drug problem, causing multiple fatalities due to opioid-induced overdoses. In fact, the number of deaths caused by prescription pharmaceutical abuse has surpassed America’s death numbers during the Vietnam War. Opioids pose a severe problem due to their ease of access and the surge of …
Everything That You Need to Know About Microdosing MDMA Commonly known as Molly, ecstasy, or X, they are all names for the same drug: methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA). MDMA is a synthetic drug that acts as a hallucinogen and stimulant. It can be taken in many ways, including orally as a pill or capsule or as a …
Do you know someone hooked on something they refer to as Ativan or are you yourself addicted to Ativan? Either way, understanding what it is, what its withdrawal symptoms are, and more are vital to ensure that no harm is done to the person trying to break free from the drug. As such, if you’re …
There is no denying that both heroin and meth are dangerous drugs. They both have the potential to destroy lives and cause immense suffering. But which one is more dangerous? To answer this question, we need to look at the effects of both drugs. The Difference Between Meth and Heroin Although meth and heroin are …
How Being an Alcoholic Changes Someone’s Facial Structure Alcohol is a substance and an ingredient found in beers, wines, and spirits that cause drunkenness. Classified as a “sedative-hypnotic drug,” it depresses the central nervous system—causing the feeling of being drunk. Meanwhile, lower doses can stimulate feelings of euphoria and talkativeness. However, having too much to …
Drugs and alcohol do not mix. But unfortunately, many people still attempt to take drugs while already intoxicated. This is not a good idea as the combination of the two vices could lead to serious complications. These negative effects will vary depending on the type of drug consumed. For this article, we’ll be talking specifically …
People who experience symptoms like cramps, spasms, and other similar events will often be prescribed muscle relaxant drugs, making it a pretty common drug. A recent study showed that about 18.5 percent of patients use muscle relaxants in treating conditions like back problems, whether with COX-2 inhibitors or NSAIDs. However, since the drug is pretty …
Xanax and Cannabis: An Imperfect and Dangerous Combination Regardless of whether it’s a prescription medication, an herbal supplement, or illicit drugs, there will always be some expected side effects from it. This is especially true if you try to combine two different substances together, resulting in drug interactions that can adversely affect your body. One …
Alcohol Intoxication: How to Tell If Someone Is Drunk Generally, alcohol intoxication is caused by drinking too much alcohol. However, the amount of alcohol needed for intoxication varies from person to person. Many factors influence the likelihood of intoxication, as much as the telltale signs of someone being drunk. What Is Alcohol Intoxication? Alcohol intoxication …
A few sips of alcohol may be enough to help someone sit back, relax, and let loose, but it’s a traitorous past-time that often pushes people into addiction. Happy hours turn into a blur of drunkenness that persists for days, and from an outsider’s perspective, one typically thinks that excessive drinking will likely lead to …