Month: October 2013

Kratom addiction is an addiction to ingredients found in the leaves of the tropical “Kratom” tree (Mitragyna speciosa). The tree is found primarily throughout Thailand. The leaves can be chewed then spit out, made into a tea, smoked or put into gel caps. Kratom is legal in the U.S. and can be bought online and

Xanax addiction is a growing problem among people of all ages. Xanax is a brand name for the prescription drug alprazolam. Xanax has muscle relaxant properties. It is commonly prescribed for a variety of anxiety disorders such as panic attacks, social anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It appears effective for some patients experiencing anxiety

K2 Spice refers to synthetic marijuana. “K2” and “Spice” are brand names for what are two different variations of the drug. There are other brands/variations as well, many of which are labeled as “herbal incense” or “herbal smoking blends”. The herbs, spices, plant material and other components that make up K2, Spice and other brands

Inhalant abuse and addiction involves hundreds of different chemicals that can be inhaled, sniffed or “huffed”. The goal of sniffing the inhalants is to achieve a mind-altering affect. Most, but not all, inhalants create the desired “high” by blocking oxygen to the brain. The vast majority of inhalants that are abused are everyday products that

Heroin use is widespread. Heroin is an illegal drug that comes from the “Opium Poppy” plant. Opium Poppy plants are grown in large quantities in some areas of the world but are regulated and controlled. They are also grown as ornamental flowering plants in some private and public gardens. The two primary substances harvested from

Meth addiction refers to an addiction to the psychoactive drug methamphetamine. Methamphetamine has a few medicinal uses but is mostly used as a recreational drug. It is highly addictive and frequent use will lead to severe dependence and eventually death. Meth can be prescribed by physicians for the treatment of ADHD, obesity, narcolepsy and persistent

Xanax withdraw happens when Xanax has been used consistently over a long period of time and is stopped suddenly. It can happen when the dose is reduced too fast. It can also happen if Xanax has been used over a shorter period of time but was used in large doses. A person taking 4mg or

Process addictions are the psychological addiction to a behavior or activity. There are a number of common process addictions but almost any behavior/activity that is routinely engaged in for its pleasurable effects can become a process addiction. Process addictions do not always involve the use of or the addiction to drugs, alcohol or other substances.

Prescription drug abuse is a serious problem for millions of people. It involves the use of prescription medication without having a prescription for it. It also involves using the medication in ways other than prescribed. Millions of people from all walks of life and occupations are abusing or are addicted to prescription drugs and are