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Alcohol Abuse: Does It Cause Brain Damage?
Does Alcohol Cause Brain Damage? Many people can attest to the side effects of excessively consuming alcohol. Loss of motor skills, slurred speech, blurry vision, slowed reaction, and staggering is just some of the indicators that a person has had too much alcohol....
The Need for Long Term Funding for Drug Rehab Increases Despite SUPPORT Act
It’s been a busy few months in the substance use disorder treatment community. It remains to be seen how productive that activity will end up being. On Sept. 17, the president proclaimed Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Week to “raise awareness about...
Does Alcoholism Cause Alcoholic Nose?
Have you seen a skin condition where there is a red, bumpy or swollen appearance on the person’s nose and cheeks? This is commonly referred to as the alcohol nose or drinkers nose. It was previously believed that this condition was caused by alcoholism or alcohol...
Temazepam (Restoril) Addiction and Treatment
Temazepam is a drug commonly prescribed for severe insomnia. This helpful drug may, however, be subject to abuse and cause addiction or physical dependence. It is thus included in the list of controlled substances in most parts of the globe. As a controlled substance,...
Dangers of Mixing Prednisone and Alcohol
Many people think that alcohol is safe, because it is legal. The truth is this substance is still a drug and it can be extremely dangerous. There are even more dangers when mixing prednisone and alcohol. This combination increases the chances of osteoporosis,...
What You Need to Know about Cocaine Overdose
is a very potent, addictive drug that is derived from the leaves of the coca plant. Using cocaine pushes the brain to produce large amounts of dopamine, a chemical associated with feelings of pleasure and produces a sense of euphoria or more commonly called a chemical...
Stages of Alcoholism: Addictive Lifestyle in a Functioning Alcoholic
Many people think of an alcoholic as someone who is always stumbling over themselves. The alcoholic is often seen as someone who is always drinking. The truth is there is something called a functioning alcoholic. There are many stereotypes surrounding alcoholism. It...
Opioids Not the Only Drug of Abuse
We’re in the midst of an opioid epidemic, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t other drugs causing problems, addictions, and overdose deaths. Opioids are drugs that have effects similar to opiates, such as morphine and heroin. Common opioids include oxycodone and...
Doxycycline and Alcohol: Should They Be Mixed?
Doxycycline is a broad-spectrum antibiotic included in the class of antibiotics known as tetracyclines. It is used to treat a wide range of infections caused by bacteria or protozoa. These include acne, chest, skin, and certain eye infections; ; infections...
Ritalin Vs. Adderall: Which Between These ADHD Drugs Will Likely Lead to Addiction?
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is a sometimes debilitating condition that is mistakenly perceived as a behavioral anomaly that only afflicts children. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 6.1 million kids...