Drug abuse often leads to physical dependence. When you’re physically dependent on a drug, your body needs it to function normally. If you stop using it, you will likely experience withdrawal […]
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What Is 2M2B? | 2-Methyl-2-butanol, tert-Amyl Alcohol
Across the world, about 2.3 billion people drink alcoholic beverages. The main ingredient in these beverages is ethanol, which is considered a primary alcohol. In recent years, some people have also […]
What Is Opioid Pseudoaddiction?
Opioids (also called opiates) are highly addictive pain medications. Since the 1990s, the United States has been battling an opioid crisis, with numerous cases of opioid addiction (also called opioid use […]
O-PCE (2-Oxo-PCE) Dissociative Anesthetic | New Designer Drug
In recent years, the internet has become a popular marketplace for new psychoactive substances. These substances, which are also called designer drugs or research chemicals, are synthetic (human-made) drugs designed to […]
Halloween Drinking Statistics In The U.S.
Many people love to break out extravagant costumes, treats, and decorations when Halloween rolls around. Many also enjoy indulging in alcoholic drinks during this time. While enjoying a couple of cocktails […]
NyQuil Chicken | Effects & Dangers Of TikTok Trend
The social media platform TikTok has spawned numerous video challenges. In 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about a new challenge that involves cooking chicken in […]
Can Gabapentin Potentiate Opioids? | Effects & Risks
Gabapentin is a prescription medication. It’s used to prevent seizures in people with epilepsy and to treat a painful complication of shingles called postherpetic neuralgia. It’s also prescribed off-label to treat […]
Study: Marijuana & Hallucinogen Use Surges Among Young Americans
Some of the most popular drugs in the United States are marijuana and hallucinogens (such as LSD, psilocybin mushrooms, and PCP). These substances impact your mood, thoughts, and sensory perceptions. In […]
Understanding Oxymorphazone & Irreversible Opioid Agonists
Opioid analgesics (also called opiates) are drugs that ease pain by binding to opioid receptors throughout your nervous system. They mimic the effects of your body’s endogenous opioid peptides. These effects […]
World Mental Health Day 2022
Now in its 30th year, World Mental Health Day aims to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of mental health issues across the globe. Mental health issues and addiction often occur together and can be treated at the same time. […]