What are the Physical Effects of Alcohol? You won’t necessarily feel the physical effects of alcohol, but it starts from the moment you take your first sip. If you drink, you’ve probably had some experience with the physical effects of… Read More »Physical Effects of Alcohol
What is alcoholism? We are used to hearing about Alcoholism quite often, we even lightly use the term most of the time to refer to someone who just likes to drink, but alcoholism is a really serious disease and should not be… Read More »Early signs of alcoholism
Understanding Diazepam (Valium) Addiction Valium is an addictive Benzodiazepine with longer-lasting effects than other drugs in its class. Diazepam (Valium) addiction can progress quickly if the drug is used in a way not directed by a doctor. Over time, it is harder… Read More »Diazepam (Valium) Addiction
Handling a loved one’s addiction When you’re married to an alcoholic, it can be scary and stressful. You can start to internalize a lot of your feelings about what’s happening as a result of your partner’s alcoholism, and you may find yourself… Read More »Married to an alcoholic
Why is drug slang used? Addiction thrives on secrecy and deception. Individuals suffering from substance abuse often hide their habits by using slang to refer to specific substances. A wide variety of drugs have street names, including prescription medications and “designer drugs.”… Read More »Drug Slang and Street Terms for Drugs
What Are Co-Occurring Disorders? Dual Diagnosis Rehab Washington When a person is diagnosed with both a mental illness and a substance use disorder, they are said to have co-occurring disorders. Though the disorders can exist separately from one another, when they coexist in… Read More »Co-occurring disorders
Learning How to Help Someone with Drug Addiction and Depression Learning How to Help Someone With Drug Addiction and Depression is very important for family and friends to deal with the difficult situation of having a loved one struggling with… Read More »How to help someone with Drug Addiction and Depression
What is Adderall Withdrawal? Adderall withdrawal is different for everyone. Your withdrawal experience will depend on several factors, including the nature of your Adderall use. If you have a stimulant use disorder (Adderall addiction), then there will be additional issues to contend… Read More »Adderall Withdrawal
Laudanum Addiction: What is Laudanum? In Victorian-era Europe and North America, laudanum was lauded as a cure-all remedy and creative aid by artists and civilians alike. As a liquid composed mostly of alcohol, laudanum was mostly taken orally, buccally, and… Read More »Laudanum Addiction
Mixing prescription drugs with alcohol You’ve probably seen this warning on medicines you’ve taken. The danger is real. Mixing prescription drugs with alcohol can cause nausea and vomiting, headaches, drowsiness, fainting, or loss of coordination. It also can put you at risk… Read More »Mixing prescription drugs with alcohol