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Each person is unique, as is the nature and severity of their addiction. That is why there are different approaches to treatment. Inpatient programs involve a long stay in a rehab and are designed for the most difficult cases that require maximum control over the patient. Outpatient programs are gentler, allowing patients to stay at home most of the day…

One of the reasons why 10% of the US population suffers from alcoholism and another 17% from drug addiction is the many myths that society has created. Movies, books, TV – everywhere you can find the claim that psychoactive substances are safe, convenient, and stylish. This works as advertising that claims tens of thousands of lives every year from overdose…

Doctors may prescribe Adderall as a treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It has proven to be an effective drug and is relatively safe in the recommended doses. But there is one feature – the ability to be addictive with prolonged use or excessive dosages. 2 out of 3 students in the US use this drug at least once…

Alcohol is a legalized type of psychoactive substance that no major event is without. It is there at celebrations and funerals, and it is often used for the purpose of relaxation and distraction. Some people get addicted to its use and become severely dependent, but others can drink moderately all their lives and not suffer from alcoholism. What’s the situation…

The deterrent to trying to quit alcohol when alcohol dependence is present is the withdrawal syndrome. This is a painful condition when a person cannot function normally: he or she experiences anxiety, headaches, vomiting and vomiting, hands shaking, hallucinations may occur. Also among the withdrawal symptoms, insomnia is common. This is due to the fact that alcohol abuse reduces the…

  Doctors often prescribe Adderall to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It helps patients to calm down and concentrate on important tasks. Adderall’s popularity is growing. Since 2007, the number of prescriptions issued for it in the United States alone has doubled. This can be attributed, among other things, to the increased demand for non-medical use, especially among students.…

Everyone knows about cocaine – even people who have never used it. It owes this to the heroes of movies and books. Thanks to such publicity, its popularity is constantly growing. But it seems harmless until you learn about how many people have died from cocaine overdose. Just look at these numbers from NIDA over the last 20 years. Overdose…

Alcohol abuse negatively affects the entire body. It affects the cardiovascular system, liver and kidneys, aggravates chronic diseases. Addiction also affects the appearance of a person. You have probably come across photos comparing people before they started using drugs and alcohol and after some time. The changes are startling — people with addiction look much older than their years. And…

Sometimes people think they are doing the right thing by taking the utmost care of a person who drinks alcohol regularly. The alcoholic asks for a drink because he or she feels bad, and a loved one, spouse, boyfriend or girlfriend, mom or dad gives him or her what he or she asks for. They do everything they can to…