The Prevalence of Teen Alcohol Poisoning Deaths [Infographic]
When teens begin drinking, they may not realize it, but they’re at a much greater risk of becoming addicted to alcohol. Teens drinking alcohol in excess are much more likely…
Medical-Assisted Detox
There is a sweeping drug epidemic throughout the state of Florida and the rest of the country. Many Florida residents who are struggling with addiction don’t know what to do…
What Is Opiate Withdrawal?
Opiates are medications that are prescribed to treat pain. Opiates create a sense of euphoria, which can be addictive to some people. That is why many people exceed the recommended…
How To Prevent a Heroin Overdose From Killing You
Heroin is a dangerous, illicit drug that is categorized as an opioid. Heroin actually comes from morphine, which derives from poppy plants typically found in Asia. Heroin is abused by…
What Is LSD?
Since its discovery in the 20th century, LSD had been a popular hallucinogenic among drug users. Acid, dots, Lucy, yellow sunshine, and blue heaven all related to a drug called…
The Dangerous Effects of Krokodil
There are such a large number of illicit drugs available in the world that it can be hard to keep up. One of the more unknown, but deadlier ones is…
The Heroin Epidemic in Eastern Massachusetts
For decades, heroin has claimed the lives of millions of Americans. Year after year, heroin remains as one of the most dangerous drugs available. Eastern Massachusetts has had a heroin…
The Importance of Vicodin Detox
Vicodin is a combination drug that attaches to the opioid receptors in the brain. The drug works to block the sensation of pain and is often prescribed as a way…
What are the Signs and Symptoms of Painkiller Addiction?
A lot of people in the United States assume that drug abuse and addiction problems stem mainly from street drugs, such as cocaine, heroin, or meth. Indeed, these illicit drugs…
The Harrowing Valium Side Effects of Addiction [Infographic]
Valium first appeared in the 1960s and quickly became a miracle pill, pumped out in reckless extravagance to anyone struggling with the anxiety of daily life. The term “Mother’s…