The manufacturing, availability, and use of drugs, in general, can be both good and bad. Some drugs, like ibuprofen and antihistamines, can help people with pain, inflammation, and allergies without serious side effects or high risk of addiction while other, more dangerous drugs can be powerful, addictive, and cause a number of unwanted side effects…
Opiates and alcohol affect an individual in unique ways. Although they are both considered depressants, which slow functions and interactions in the human body, these addictive substances are largely a danger to a person’s health and overall wellbeing. However, alcohol and opiates can become even more dangerous when consumed by an individual at the same…
The only thing potentially more damaging to a person’s health and wellbeing than drug abuse is combining drug abuse with alcohol abuse. Both Meth and Alcohol are extremely dangerous and addictive substances. These substances can have several adverse effects on a person’s health and wellbeing. However, the negative effects of Meth and Alcohol can be…
Heroin and Alcohol are addictive and dangerous substances when used on their own. However, when combined, these two substances can be even more damaging to an individual’s health, wellbeing, and livelihood. To live a happy, healthy life, one should limit or eliminate their consumption of alcohol and never use heroin. One should also never combine…
One of the most difficult addictions for any individual to overcome is alcoholism. Fortunately, there are a variety of proven and effective treatments available for those living with alcoholism, including red light therapy. Although this form of treatment may seem unorthodox, it offers those who engage in it a number of benefits. Alcoholism Alcohol Use…
When thinking about alcohol dependence, most individuals picture an adult as an alcoholic. Sadly, children and teens can also develop alcohol use disorder, creating an addiction and dependence on the substance. Fortunately, there are a number of effective ways one can help an alcoholic child. What is Alcohol Dependence? Alcohol dependence is more commonly referred…
Living with alcoholism is not easy. It can affect one’s health, occupation, and especially their social life. Sadly, alcoholism never affects just one person though. Oftentimes, an individual’s alcoholism will affect those around them; this can include their co-workers, friends, and worst of all, their family. In many cases, an alcoholic may also be a…
Can holistic therapy be used in treating bipolar disorder? Bipolar disorder is very common and there are more than three million new cases diagnosed each year in the United States. Bipolar is specific type of mood spectrum disorder with several sub-categories including Bipolar 1, Bipolar 2, and Cyclothymia (or Cyclothymic disorder). Bipolar disorder, partly because…
Xanax, a brand name for the drug alprazolam, is a prescription medication commonly used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. While it can be highly effective when used as directed, Xanax also carries a significant risk of dependence and addiction. This raises an important question: is Xanax addictive? The answer is yes, and understanding its addictive potential…
Staying sober after you have recovered from a fentanyl addiction requires effective care, a sensible lifestyle plan, and an effective safety net. The opioid epidemic has devastated the United States for many years. Only in recent times are we getting better at learning how to treat opioid abuse and better assist those in recovery with…
