Author: John Carter

The side effects of Ativan and alcohol are very similar due to their similar mechanism of action on the brain, making their combination dangerous. Alcohol inhibits the body’s ability to metabolize Ativan so that Ativan accumulates in the body and circulating levels of the drug increase to well above those present when taking Ativan on […]

Addiction specialists may instead use medication to provide relief of withdrawal symptoms from meth. Treatment may ease the mood symptoms and prevent short-term physical symptoms like tremors, nausea or vomiting. At Profound, we offer those going through the crystal meth/opiate withdrawal process a safe environment in which to recover. The right treatment involves supervision from […]

PCP is a drug that can cause a variety of physical and psychological symptoms, which often increase in intensity with higher dosages. Feelings of depression and anxiety are common effects, even with low doses of PCP. This is especially true when you mix angel dust and substances that depress the central nervous system (CNS). The […]

A recent study has also shown that those who consumed alcohol had much higher levels of THC in their bloodstream compared to a placebo group. So if you’re planning to detox from marijuana, drinking alcohol is not advised. When people drink and smoke marijuana together, alcohol increases the amount of THC that is absorbed into the body. While this […]

For example, every night when you enter REM sleep (rapid eye movement) your brain stores the memories acquired during your day. After drinking alcohol you spend less time in REM, which explains why you sometimes can’t remember what you did the night before. The symptoms of insomnia from alcohol withdrawal also tends to worsen other […]

Included are youth facts, funding information, and tools to help you assess community assets, generate maps of local and federal resources, search for evidence-based youth programs, and keep up-to-date on the latest, youth-related news. As such, National Prevention Week is shifting to celebrate and promote your year-round prevention initiatives. SAMHSA created a new, ongoing virtual […]

From there, the treatment team can develop a detox plan that fits their specific needs. Keep in mind that the doctor may ask a patient questions about their current and past substance abuse. This is necessary for setting up a patient’s long-term recovery plan. It’s also helpful for doctors to know if the patient suffers […]

We are still here to answer any questions or offer advice. Please send an email to with information about your event, the dates, and any questions you may have. NIDA will host a Tweetstorm to raise awareness for NDAFW on Monday, March 30, from 3 to 4 p.m. Students and organizations can participate by tweeting […]

By becoming more involved in your community, you can effectively replace boredom drinking with meaningful connections and activities that improve your overall mental health and well-being. In addition to alcohol addiction, alcohol can also increase symptoms that may have initially driven the person to start drinking. Over 20% of people with anxiety disorders report that […]

However, in some cases, you may continue to feel the side effects of molly the day after you take it. The symptoms may persist for up to a week or more, especially if MDMA is mixed with other drugs such as marijuana. Once the amalgam starts to bubble, the methylamine freebase and MDP2P solution are […]