Scientists have identified a possible connection between Parkinson’s and the usage of methamphetamine. According to the Science Daily report, a protein has been found that is not just integral to the process that leads to Parkinson’s disease, but it could also play a part in […]
Dilaudid Addiction is an issue in the U.S. which is growing rapidly. Scientifically speaking, Dilaudid is hydromorphone hydrochloride and is a part of the opioid class of prescription drugs. The term hydromorphone indicates that Dilaudid is a derivative of Morphine, which is made using the […]
Klonopin is a strong muscle relaxer and anti-convulsant drug that is used by physicians to treat patients suffering from epilepsy and to help them relieve specific types of panic attacks. It is available in both a pill and a disintegrating tablet form and is normally […]
Many parents, teachers, and family members are often not aware of a loved one’s drug use or addiction even when the evidence of Paraphernalia is sitting right in front of them. Based on the type of drug used, the drug’s method, and access to money, […]
The Infographic below, “Annual Cost of Addictions“, highlights not only drug addiction but gives us some statistics on other dangerous addictions such as alcohol, tobacco, and fast food. Heroin is one of the most expensive addictions costing on average $10,030 a year. These costs are […]
Xanax is the brand name for alprazolam and is part of the benzodiazepine (benzo) drug class. Becoming addicted to Xanax is quite easy so much so that those taking it for non-medical purposes can become addicted to it after 2 weeks. Xanax is usually taken […]
Over the years, a number of movies have depicted drug use and its destructive consequences quite vividly. Apart from films, a number of classic books have also talked about addiction and what it can lead to. Here’s a look at five contemporary novels that focus […]
Drug abuse and addiction have been major concerns for most countries of the world for years now. With the number of illicit drug users rising in different parts of the world, including the USA, the issue has taken prominence with health departments and the people […]
The street drug known as Bath Salts is basically made up of synthetic stimulants that are processed and packaged so that they replicate traditional bath salts. Basically, after adding the warning label, “not for human consumption” the manufacturers of these dangerous drugs successfully manage to […]
Based on research, it has been shown that there is a heightened risk of going through psychotic phases when specific drugs are used. Take the case of Cannabis, which has been connected with an increased risk of psychosis. It is important to note that it […]
