What You Need To Know About Low vs High Drug Tolerance
Have you ever wondered why some people seem more affected by drugs than others? The answer lies in drug tolerance, a crucial concept in pharmacology and addiction science. This article will explore the key differences between low and high drug tolerance, helping you understand how your body responds to substances over time. Whether you’re a […]
Casey’s Law: Hope for Families Battling Addiction
You feel helpless. Your loved one is suffering from addiction, and you’ve tried everything to get them into treatment. But they refuse, and you watch them deteriorate before your eyes. There is hope. Casey’s Law, enacted in Kentucky in 2004, provides a legal means for families to intervene and petition for court-ordered substance abuse treatment […]
What is The First Stage of Addiction?
As a general definition, addiction refers to a compulsive interest in almost anything despite negative outcomes. Addiction to drugs, alcohol, or activities will also cause physical or psychological dependence. There are two types of addictions: substance-related (drugs, alcohol) and behavior-related (gambling, shopping, food, sex, porn, etc.). Consider this startling statistic. Among people aged 12 or […]
How Long Do Ativan Effects Last?
Some of the most prescribed drugs on the market are called benzodiazepines. Benzodiazepines, or more commonly known as “benzos,” uniquely impact the body, causing dangerous mental and physical effects on those using the drug. Benzos are very helpful in treating many mental illnesses and sleep disorders, which is why they are so commonly prescribed. However, […]
7 Stages of Developing an Addiction
People use drugs and alcohol for various reasons. Alcohol is legal and generally socially acceptable. There are people that will have a drink or two on special occasions. Some people can limit their drinking to that. Then there are others that may have added stress in their lives and start out drinking socially, but quickly […]
How Does Addiction Affect Mental Health?
Understanding addiction and why it happens is the most critical step when facing drug or alcohol use. Many people do not realize that addiction is a disease of the mind and emotions. It is not a failing of self-will or bad interests and behavior. When someone gets addicted to a drug or drink, they use […]
New Laws About Prescription Opioids
There has been a national crisis of opioid abuse in our country that is labeled as a true epidemic. Opioids are prescription painkillers and street drugs synthesized from raw opium which are extremely addictive and dangerous when abused. Some of the most commonly misused opioids include drugs such as Fentanyl, Codeine, Heroin, Hydrocodone, Hydromorphone, Methadone, […]
How Long Do Alcohol Metabolites Stay in the Body?
Alcohol is one of the quickest substances to leave your body, however, everyone is different. Several factors come into play when determining how long it takes a person to process alcohol, and how long alcohol metabolites stay in your system. Let’s first take a look at what a standard drink is. What is a Standard […]
Time Management Tips for Sober People
When someone is in active addiction, their life has usually become chaotic, unmanageable, and very disorganized. Almost every waking moment of the person’s life is spent either chasing or using drugs. Once they enter into recovery, their whole life changes. Learning how to manage time effectively is an extremely important part of recovery. When an […]
Can Casual Drinkers Turn Into Alcoholics?
Alcohol addiction is usually referred to as “alcoholism,” and people who struggle with this condition are commonly called “alcoholics.” Those who suffer from alcohol use disorder do not simply drink too much or drink routinely; they have a compulsion to consume alcohol, and they are unable to control how much they drink. Their brain chemistry […]