Mental illness is a widespread issue that millions of people have to manage every day. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five adults in the U.S. experience some form of mental illness every year, with the most common being a major depressive episode or anxiety disorder. While these numbers ... Read More
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Flu-Like Symptoms: A Sign of Drug Abuse?
In short, yes, flu-like symptoms can be a sign of drug abuse. (It's also important not to jump to conclusions, especially in this time of COVID-19 and the plethora of flu-type viruses that routinely make rounds among people of all ages.) Even so, if a person frequently suffers from flu-like symptoms and you notice ... Read More
Poor Hygeine and Insomnia – Signs of Drug Abuse
What substances interfere with sleep or hygiene? Poor hygiene is a common characteristic when people struggle with substance abuse. Insomnia that results from certain drugs can contribute to this effect. If you notice either of these issues with a friend, colleague, loved one or family member, you may be unsure about ... Read More
Bloodshot Eyes or Dilated Pupils: A Sign of Drug Abuse
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
The Life and Recovery Legacy of Actor Matthew Perry
Updated November 1, 2023 [Disclaimer: This article was originally written before Matthew Perry's death on October 28, 2023, and has since been updated.] Best known for playing Chandler Bing on the popular TV show Friends, Matthew Perry was an award-winning American-Canadian actor. With a career spanning decades, ... Read More
This Drug Addiction Medication Is Treating Long Covid
Though many people who contracted Covid were fortunate to overcome the virus and return to everyday life, some people continued to experience health problems that came to be known as "long Covid." Until recently, there was no known treatment for this constellation of symptoms. Preliminary research now suggests that ... Read More
What Is an Addiction Specialist?
Many people at an alcohol and drug rehab facility deal with physical and mental health symptoms. During the detox phase, they may experience severe withdrawal and need medical care to minimize the effects of stopping alcohol or drug use. Approximately half of all people with alcohol and substance use disorders also ... 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
