Addiction and Mental Health During Emergencies Like Hurricanes Severe weather events such as hurricanes are very stressful for people who live in hurricane-prone areas. It is important to have a plan and be prepared for the storm. Stay informed about the status of the...
Can You Get High Without Drugs? If you’re in recovery, know someone in recovery, or have ever attended an anti-drug seminar, you’ve likely heard the catchphrase “get high on life.” It’s easy to dismiss these words as wishful thinking and...
What You Should Know About Krokodil Addiction and Abuse You have probably heard a lot about the opioid epidemic in the United States. Most people are familiar with commonly used opioids, such as fentanyl and heroin, but not many people have heard of krokodil. What is...
Using Drugs and Alcohol During Pregnancy Research shows that at least five percent of pregnant women use drugs or alcohol at some point during their pregnancy. Using addictive substances can cause significant health problems for infants, primarily because illicit...
Understanding the Abuse Potential and Side Effects of Ativan While prescription drugs have legitimate medical uses, they can be dangerous if misused or abused. One such drug, Ativan, is a powerful treatment for anxiety that carries significant potential for addiction....