Adderall contains a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, which are central nervous system stimulants that affect chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. When used properly, it can be effective with treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. However, some end up abusing it which can lead to
Addiction can cause problems in all aspects of the addict’s life—at work, school, home, and especially with family members. An addiction can drain addicts’ relatives of money, energy, and time. At some point, the addict could lose their home due to consequences of drug or alcohol abuse, and end up homeless. So how can you
THC is the chemical responsible for most of marijuana’s psychological effects, and works by stimulating the brain to release dopamine, which creates euphoria. We know its effects wear off after 3-4 hours, but how long does THC stay in our systems? We’ll look into potential marijuana addiction and how it affects the body ahead.
When planning to detox off of Adderall, it’s important to be prepared for everything that comes along with it. There are side effects and symptoms one can experience that can last for days, weeks, even months after the last dose taken. We’ll take a look into the symptoms and other important information of Adderall detox
Drug-related offenses can have a negative effect on an addict’s future in a number of ways. In addition to drug addiction causing serious health problems, it can cause many legal ramifications as well. First of all, remember that criminal records follow you and can cause various barriers to those wishing to live a normal
Dealing with an alcohol addiction is difficult, and is perpetuated by negative emotions and experiences. However, the disease is treatable, and the first step to recovery is simple, albeit often hard to face. The first step in 12-step programs, like Alcoholics Anonymous, is admitting there is a problem. Honestly admitting that you’ve become powerless
Being in a relationship with an addict can cause a lot of pain. Watching someone you love struggle with addiction—without being able to help—is an awful thing to witness. Sometimes, the only option in sight is to leave them, despite feelings of not being able to move on. There are things you must know in
We certainly know that nicotine is addictive, but just how addictive is it? We’ll explore that, as well as take a look into how it affects the body and how to control an addiction to it. Tobacco use is the leading preventable cause of disease, disability, and death in the United States. According to
Xanax, or alprazolam, is a benzodiazepine that affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with anxiety. When used properly, it can treat anxiety and panic disorders, as well as anxiety caused by depression, however some people abuse the medication by most commonly chewing or snorting it. We’ll explore how and why
The term “tolerance” in reference to drug use describes an adaptation by the brain to the continued presence of a drug in which higher doses of the drug are required to obtain the effect of the initial dose. It is said marijuana users can develop a tolerance after using over a length of time, and
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