by Anthony Myers | Apr 12, 2019 | Drug Addiction
Vaping is popular with young people. Very popular. When people vape, they inhale the vapor produced by burning nicotine, marijuana, or other substances. Although some people see vaping as a safer alternative to using traditional tobacco products, vaping still can lead...
by Anthony Myers | Apr 3, 2019 | Alcohol Abuse, Drug Addiction
There are several steps involved in the drug addiction recovery process. One of the major ones is the formal detox. The NIDA or National Institute on Drug Abuse states that detox is the process of getting rid of foreign matter and substances and being able to manage...
by Anthony Myers | Mar 28, 2019 | Drug Addiction
Drugs fall into a variety of categories depending on their properties, effects, or condition they treat. Typically, every drug will fall into one of the following categories: Stimulants – These types of drugs increase your mood, elevate your energy, and...
by Anthony Myers | Mar 25, 2019 | Drug Addiction, Mental Health
Drug detox can almost feel worse than withdrawal symptoms, and that is why some people are hesitant to undergo treatment. However, the benefits of drug detox outweigh the cons. Here is an explanation of why detoxing the body of substances can often feel terrible. The...
by Anthony Myers | Mar 21, 2019 | Drug Addiction, Mental Health
Formication is the sensation of feeling insects crawling under and over the skin. It is a form of tactile hallucination. A tactile hallucination is a false sensory sensation and is a form of paresthesia. The individual feels the touch of an imaginary object....
by Anthony Myers | Mar 20, 2019 | Drug Addiction, Resources
According to U.S. federal law, the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) places substances under certain schedules. The schedules relate to the substances’ potential for abuse, medical use, and liability for dependency and safety. The CSA has the right to...
