Prescription Stimulants Somewhat overshadowed by the opioid crisis, abuse of prescription stimulants has risen dramatically since as far back as the 1990s. They were once widely used as a weight loss aid to treat obesity, but due to their addictive properties, prescription stimulants are rarely used for that purpose today. Generally, prescription stimulants are used […]
Prescription Drug Addiction Part 2: Benzodiazepines What Are Benzodiazepines? Benzodiazepines, or benzos, fall into the category of Central nervous system (CNS) depressants, used to treat insomnia, anxiety disorders, and alcohol withdrawals. They have sedative, hypnotic, anticonvulsant, amnesiac, muscle-relaxing and anxiety-relieving properties. They work by increasing the effects of a natural brain chemical called gamma-aminobutyric acid
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Signs Of Addiction In A Loved One It is very important to observe and identify the signs of addiction in a loved one as early as possible. Concern over a loved one’s substance use can be a cause of great stress. People can misuse substances without being addicted to them, but as an onlooker, it is
Prescription Drug Addiction Part 1: Opioids Soaring opioid-related mortality in the USA and Canada over the past 25 years has brought the opioid epidemic into the limelight. Media coverage such as the Netflix documentary The Pharmacist has focused on this long-entrenched problem and has highlighted the issue of prescription drug abuse. Opioids, in particular, seem to
Interventions: Do’s and Don’ts for When a Loved One Needs Help The point of an intervention is to motivate an individual to seek treatment for their addiction. These can be extremely emotionally charged situations, and friends and family members are often at a loss for how to deal with a loved one suffering from a substance
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The Most Addictive Drugs and How To Get Help While all drugs are addictive and have the potential for abuse, some are more addictive than others. The answer to which drugs are the most addictive varies according to who you ask. Researchers consider a number of factors when assessing the potential addictiveness of a drug.
If you are someone who is battling alcohol addiction or a substance misuse disorder, it’s likely that you understand the struggle associated with seeking help. You may feel as though you are alone, but the truth is that there are countless people who are faced with the same disease. Addiction is treatable, but like any
Addiction is a chronic illness characterised by compulsive substance use, impaired control over substances, craving, tolerance and withdrawal. It exists on a continuum ranging from mild to severe and affects an estimated 35 million people globally. Despite its commonality, there are still many pervasive stigmas surrounding addiction which make it difficult for those seeking treatment
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