Drug addiction is a chronic disease that affects millions of people worldwide. Addiction to opioids, such as fentanyl and heroin, has been a major concern in recent years. However, there are other drugs that can be addictive and dangerous, including xylazine. This article will discuss what xylazine is, its uses, side effects, addiction, and treatment…
Recovering from a substance use addiction is a complex process. Although relapse is a common occurrence with a reported relapse rate of 40-60%, it is not the end of someone’s recovery journey – if anything, it can often be a stepping stone to greater healing and self-compassion. It is important to recognize that relapse can…
It is no secret that addiction, in general, runs in families. But did you know that heredity plays a role in alcohol addiction? Studies have shown that children of alcoholics are four times more likely to become addicted to alcohol themselves. In this blog post, we will take a look at the link between heredity…
When a loved one is struggling with alcohol addiction, it can be difficult to know how to best support them. The first step is to educate yourself on the disease of addiction and its effects on the brain. It is important to understand that addiction is not a choice or a moral failing, but rather…
What are the psychological symptoms of opioid addiction? Addiction is a chronic disease characterized by drug-seeking and use that is compulsive, or difficult to control, despite harmful consequences. It is considered a brain disorder because it involves functional changes to brain circuits involved in reward, stress, and self-control. Opioid addiction is a serious problem that…
Abuse of prescription drugs refers to the use of a substance in a way that was not intended by the prescribing physician. Early detection of prescription drug usage and prompt treatment measures may stop the issue from developing into an addiction. Learning to recognize the warning signs of prescription drug abuse could be key to…
According to statistics, 35 million individuals worldwide suffer from drug addiction, with just one in seven receiving treatment. Drug trafficking is mostly based on a vicious cycle of created demand followed by supply. We will never be able to properly combat illicit drug trafficking until we diminish demand. Governments are responsible for combating drug trafficking…
Addiction is a very powerful mental health situation, and if you are addicted to drugs, alcohol, and other toxic behaviors, even if you want to, you might find it difficult to break free. It affects the brain in ways that make quitting difficult, both physically and mentally. Some people believe that addiction rehabilitation just entails…
Lying and manipulating are among the most common characteristics of an addict. Lies and manipulation tactics serve as defense mechanisms. Many of them do it to avoid confrontation, especially if you are confronting them about their addiction. It’s also a way to shield themselves from dealing with their own feelings about their addiction. Lies addicts…
Cocaine use was considered socially acceptable until the 1980s, when cocaine addiction took hold of the national consciousness. All of a sudden, society considered people who used cocaine to be selfish, whereas before, people who used cocaine appeared glamorous. Cocaine was the drug of choice of Hollywood and celebrities in general. Cocaine users even touted…
