Drug Addiction

But, if you take nitrous oxide, or know someone who does, all these symptoms could indicate a nitrous oxide overdose. They breathe directly from the balloon, taking a little or a lot at one time. There is no accurate way to determine how much N2O someone has inhaled, or how long it has been in […]

Misuse of inhalants due to their addictive potential poses considerable health risks. The long-term effects of abusing whippets are potentially far more damaging and even life-threatening. Combining whippets with alcohol for example greatly increases the risk of accidents due to impaired judgment and coordination. BetterHelp can connect you to an addiction and mental health counselor. […]

Many people wonder how addictive drugs differ from each other, particularly when it comes to cocaine and heroin. Cocaine use can lead to cardiovascular problems, such as heart attacks and strokes, as well as respiratory issues, including lung damage and respiratory failure. Chronic cocaine use can also cause severe mental health problems, such as paranoia, […]

Long-term adverse effects may include addiction, decreased mental ability in those who started regular use as adolescents,[3] chronic coughing, susceptibility to respiratory infections, and cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. Long-term, heavy use of marijuana (THC) can lead to a condition called cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS). In this syndrome, persistent nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain can occur in […]

For someone producing heroin, the goal is to create a high-potency form of opium that results in a quick, intense high. Unfortunately, this drug comes with a very high risk of addiction development and potentially lethal side effects. Heroin is a derivative of the natural opiate morphine, which is a drug commonly prescribed to treat […]

But there are a few medication options doctors are having some success with. Cocaine is a stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the coca plant native to South America. According to a 2022 study, close to 25 million people around the world use cocaine. Behavioral treatment includes psychotherapy and other psychosocial interventions. The combo […]

Individuals reporting an increase on any item were asked if they required “support from a psychiatrist, physician, therapist, counsellor, or alternative health practitioner to cope with these feelings/experiences? ” and then if they “believe the feelings were/are part of a positive process of growth or integration? The present study responds to these gaps using a […]

In conversations with dealers and buyers, a trend emerges among the stories of smooth transactions. Popular hashtags, like #Kush4Sale or #OGKush, are important, and a good place to start. Some users post requests but that’s the easiest way to get scammed or arrested, so, if you’re trying to buy, you’re better off searching for sellers […]

Treatment centers that promote abstinence are at odds with the medical standard of care — long-term use of medications, like buprenorphine, methadone and naltrexone. But only about 25 percent of outpatient centers provide them. We invite you to share your experiences at the end of the page. Scoring the next fix feels like a race […]

Unlike opioids, which are depressants, cocaine is a central nervous system stimulant. While opioids cause the body to slow down, stimulants make the body speed up, increasing blood pressure and heart rate. If you or a loved one are showing the first signs of an overdose, call 911. We offer a complete suite of treatment […]