Will Initiative 502 be the end of Marijuana “Prohibition”?

Will Initiative 502 be the end of Marijuana “Prohibition”? Supporters of marijuana legalization rejoiced as Washington State became one of the first states in history to effectively end marijuana prohibition. Recreational use of marijuana is now legal for residents, nearly a century after the first state-level bans were enacted. Since the ban, millions of Americans […]

Eating Disorders & Drug Abuse

  Eating Disorders & Drug Abuse Individuals with eating disorders are up to five times likelier to abuse alcohol or illicit drugs and those who abuse alcohol or illicit drugs are up to 11 times likelier to have eating disorders. There is such a large link between eating disorders and drug abuse that it’s surprising […]

What are Alkaloids?

What are Alkaloids? An alkaloid is a naturally occurring plant-derived organic compound. Alkaloids are composed of oxygen, hydrogen, carbon and nitrogen. Many alkaloids are used as medicine and others are considered toxic. The most common alkaloid that is seen in everyday life is caffeine. Some other alkaloids are the drugs atropine, quinine, and the deadly […]

What are Suboxone and Subutex?

What are Suboxone and Subutex? Both suboxone and subutex are medications used in the treatment of opiate addiction. Both suboxone and subutex contain the active ingredient, buprenorphine hydrochloride. Buprenorphine hydrochloride works to reduce the symptoms of opiate dependence and helps with the withdrawal symptoms of opiate addiction during an opiate detox. Subutex came before suboxone. […]

Teen Prescription Drug Abuse

Teen Prescription Drug Abuse Today’s teens abuse prescription drugs, especially opiates, more than any other group in history. Teen prescription drug abuse has increased 10-fold since the 1960’s. Experts estimate that 20% of teens have used prescription drugs to get high. Most teens that abuse prescription drugs find them in a parent or grandparent’s medicine cabinet. […]

Treatment for meth addiction

Treatment for meth addiction What is meth? Methamphetamine, also known as Chalk, Crank, Croak, Crypto, Crystal, Fire, Glass, Meth, Tweek, Shards, or White Cross, is a central nervous system stimulant. It increases energy, awareness, and alertness. In high doses, it causes a feeling of euphoria. Meth can be prescribed by a doctor, but this is […]

Dangerous OTC drugs (Ephedrine, Tylenol, Robitussin DM)

Many people assume that if a drug is sold over-the-counter, it is safe, especially when compared to prescription drugs or “street” drugs. But adverse reactions are not uncommon with OTC drugs. And abusing OTC drugs can lead to dependence and addiction. Young people abuse cough and cold medications to get high, and diet meds to […]

Psilocybin Mushrooms

What are psilocybin mushrooms? Psilocybin and psilocyn are the hallucinogenic principles contained in certain mushrooms. According to Wikipediat, psilocybin mushrooms are fungi that contain the psychoactive compounds psilocybin and psilocin.  These “magic” mushrooms are generally grown in Mexico and Central America and have been used in native rituals for thousands of years. Psilocybin is similar […]

Meth Vaccine

Meth Vaccine Meth is one the most commonly abused drugs worldwide. Meth (methamphetamine) is a highly addictive drug, affecting approximately 25 million people globally. Over 400,000 people in the U.S. are currently using meth and in some states, such as California, meth makes up the most primary drug abuse treatment admissions. There is no treatment […]

Anti-addiction medication

Anti-addiction medication There are multiple forms of treatment for addiction and alcoholism. One of the methods being used more frequently is anti-addiction medication. Anti-addiction medication can vary greatly in definition and its actual effectiveness. Some anti-addiction medication is used as a substitute for other substances, some is supposed to actually help with addiction, and some […]

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