Our bodies are affected by drugs in more ways than we may realize. When someone uses substances, it can change how they walk, talk, and act. Still, one of the biggest "giveaways" someone is under the influence of drugs is the eyes. Drugs and dilated pupils go hand in hand. In this article, we take a look at what ... Read More
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Spot Addiction in a New Relationship with These Important Red Flags
As thinking humans, we tend to enjoy better outcomes when we make informed decisions. Although the heart and mind may be at odds with one another from time to time, it's ideal when we bring both love and reason into relationships. A new relationship is a time of discovery, and it's helpful to consider it so, at ... Read More
How Drug Use Ages You—and Is It Reversible?
Our bodies respond to the things that we put in (and on) them. Doctors and nutritionists have been telling us for years that certain foods, drinks, and lifestyles can age you dramatically. It's also a widely accepted truth that drug use ages you. (Who hasn't seen the before and after pictures of those who use meth, ... Read More
Drug Profile: Pethidine (Meperidine/Demerol)
Pethidine is a drug that familiar to anyone who has given birth in a hospital. Also known as meperidine or by the brand name Demerol, it has been prescribed as a pain relief medication during labor since it was first licensed in 1943. The once popular synthetic opioid has fallen out of favor in the medical profession ... Read More
12 Signs That It’s Time to Get Help for Addiction
Life sometimes gets in the way of drinking and drug use, especially if the pattern of behavior is the direct cause of serious consequences. While it is difficult to know when to draw a line, for others or yourself, when the thought occurs that, "Maybe I need some rehab," it could be a sign that it's time to get help ... Read More
“5 Rules of Recovery” That Can Help Prevent Relapse
As you begin your recovery from a substance use disorder, it's important to think about relapse prevention. Taking time to develop effective coping skills can help you stay sober and avoid turning to drugs or alcohol when faced with unpleasant feelings. Keep reading to learn more about how the five rules of recovery ... Read More
How Many Types of Alcoholics? Surprisingly Many
There are many types of alcoholics, depending on the person's reason for drinking, age and other factors. Learn how to use them to identify problem drinking. According to a 2021 Gallup study, 60% of adults are alcohol drinkers, and 18% sometimes drink too much. While there are many types of alcoholics, people don't ... Read More
Drug Profile: Ecstasy
MDMA, also known as 3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine, ecstasy and molly, is a commonly abused street drug, similar to stimulants and hallucinogens, that produces feelings of high energy, emotional connectedness and pleasure. The drug commonly distorts time and sensory perception, making it popular among young adults ... Read More
