Every year, more than 47,000 people die in the United States because of an opioid overdose. The opioid crisis, which includes prescription painkiller, heroin, and fentanyl, is at peak levels. The epidemic is especially bad in larger cities such as Scottsdale, Arizona. An Arizona heroin addiction treatment center helps stem the tide of drug addiction…
There are more men in the United States struggling with drugs and alcohol addiction than women, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The reason behind this is that men respond differently to seeking help compared to women. Men, therefore, tend to suffer more effects and struggle in their recovery process. As we celebrate…
To answer the question, what are opiates, they are simply drugs derived from or related to opium. These are drugs that bind to opiate receptors in the brain; when misused, they can become habit forming and require help for people to discontinue their use. Currently, it is acceptable to use opiates for pain when a…
Adderall withdrawal symptoms commonly occur in people that have formed a chronic dependence on the drug or have gone on an Adderall binge. Either way, no one that takes the medication is free and clear of withdrawing after they stop its use. People have prescribed Adderall for attention deficit disorder ADD or ADHD; it is…
According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, doctors and pharmacists dispensed 325,600 opiate prescriptions to Arizona residents last month. Between June 15, 2017, and April 4, 2019, there have 20,350 suspect opioid overdoses in Arizona. As both a physiological and psychological addictive substance, quitting opiates after becoming chemically dependent will induce opiate withdrawal symptoms.…
Cocaine and alcohol are two substances that people commonly use together in cases of addiction. Alcohol is a suppressant, while cocaine is a stimulant. There are many reasons why a person might become addicted to this combination. One of the more popular reasons is that individuals use cocaine as a way to sober up from…
Methamphetamine, commonly known as crystal meth, “glass,” or “biker’s dope,” is a synthetic drug. Meth was first synthesized in the late 1800s in order to treat a variety of disorders such as narcolepsy, depression, and bronchial infections. Meth is a very addictive substance that can completely rob someone of their sense of self. There are…
Historically, the phrase “gateway drug” has most often referred to the use of marijuana, as it was seen as a softer drug that heightened the probability of people trying more dangerous and addictive substances. The concept of gateway drugs is somewhat controversial as it hosts a variety of oppositional factors. In the general sense, gateway…
For people suffering from sleeping disorders, such as insomnia, a doctor may prescribe Ambien. Ambien is a sedative that is taken before bed. It is a quick-release chemical that helps a person fall asleep. Ambien CR is the extended version, which has a quick-release layer and a slow-release layer, which helps a person stay asleep.…
While the names are often used interchangeably, you might be wondering what the difference is between meth vs crystal meth. In short, crystal meth is a more potent version of methamphetamine and comes in the form of a clear-bluish crystal rather than a powder. Meth is a bitter-tasting powder or pill. Usually, when people are…