Featured for Drug Addiction

There's long been a theory about "gateway drugs" and how they serve as common pathways to "hard" addictions. This article will introduce readers to these most common gateway drugs, and through anecdotal stories, talk about some of the ways people have gone on to hit their "rock bottom" with harder, more addictive ... Read More

Anyone who has spent time in a competitive academic setting has probably heard about amphetamines and the rumor that they boost student performance. That is because hardcore, studious types and last-minute procrastinators alike often use so-called "smart" or "study" drugs like Adderall for this very purpose. But do ... Read More

Benzodiazepines and alcohol are both central nervous system depressants and are highly addictive. The main reason why people combine benzos and alcohol is that they have developed tolerance to either alcohol or benzos. Tolerance to an addictive substance means your brain and body demand more of the substance to get ... Read More

For the past several years, not just in the wake of COVID, the news has been filled with talk of vaccines. We debate their use on social media, follow news reports about the efficacy of certain vaccines, and eagerly await updates about new vaccines to treat a wide range of health conditions. The news, now, of course, ... Read More

Xanax and weed are both very common substances, and with marijuana being legalized in more and more states across the country, it's possible to get both legally. Xanax (alprazolam) is a prescription medication that's often used to control panic and anxiety disorders, and even in states that don't sell marijuana ... Read More

When you're chasing an instant high where the effects take hold in just a few seconds, you may decide to try an inhalant. You'll experience a short-term head rush and a sense of temporary relaxation. Inhalants are readily accessible, as they often come in the form of everyday household products. Sniffing or huffing an ... Read More

While the majority of Americans have jobs that allow them to be in bed by midnight, it's estimated that 20 percent of the workforce drag themselves to work from midnight to eight in the morning. Who are these people and how do they manage to get enough sleep? Unfortunately, many shift workers don't get enough sleep. ... Read More