by Dana Hinders | Aug 4, 2021 | Addiction
Tolerance, dependence, and addiction are often used interchangeably by the general public, but these terms have distinctly different meanings. Understanding how tolerance and dependence are related to addiction can help you make a more informed decision about the need...
by Dana Hinders | Jul 20, 2021 | Addiction
Not Just Harmless Fun Young people are often introduced to club drugs by friends at raves, concerts, and parties. Experimenting with club drugs may be portrayed as a harmless way to relax and have fun, but this type of substance abuse can have serious consequences. 1....
by Dana Hinders | May 16, 2021 | Addiction
Ecstasy is the street name for a version of 3,4 methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)—a powerful psychoactive drug with both hallucinogenic and stimulant properties. Often used at raves and concerts, it’s frequently referred to with cute nicknames like...
by Dana Hinders | Apr 29, 2021 | Addiction, Drug Treatment
Sleep disorders are very common among American adults, with between 30% and 50% of the population struggling with insomnia at some point in their lives. Insomnia can be caused by physical conditions such as asthma, arthritis, acid reflux, allergies, or hypothyroidism....
by Dana Hinders | Mar 28, 2021 | Addiction, Recovery
Hydrocodone addiction, like other forms of opioid addiction, often begins with a legitimate prescription. This powerful opioid painkiller, available as a generic drug as well as under brand names such as Vicodin, Lortab, and Norco, is highly effective at treating...
by Dana Hinders | Mar 1, 2021 | Addiction, Drug Treatment
Crystal meth is a powerful stimulant that can lead to addiction with just one use. It forces the brain to produce as much as 1,250 times the dopamine that would be released during an activity like sexual intercourse—leading to intense feelings of pleasure. Over time,...
