Xylazine: From Veterinary Medicine to Illicit Use
Xylazine is a drug commonly used by veterinarians to sedate animals. However, it is increasingly being misused by people in …
Addiction
Understanding and Treating Ethanol Abuse
Alcohol abuse is a serious issue. It affects millions of people in the United States. Ethanol is a type of …
Addiction Treatment: Diagnosing Substance Use Disorders
Transcript I’m Dr. Ignatov. I’m a psychiatrist and addiction medicine physician diagnosed, and a substance use disorder can be a …
Addiction Helpline: Stepping Stone for Recovery
Drug addiction helplines offer a private and safe environment for individuals to discuss their problems with substance use disorders. You …
Coping with Adderall Shortage: Strategies for ADHD Management
Dealing with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be challenging, mainly when you rely on medication to manage symptoms. Adderall, approved …
Breaking Down the Causes of Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is a chronic disease that involves compulsive drug seeking and use, despite the adverse effects that may occur. …
What Causes Alcoholism and How Can I Prevent It?
Alcoholism, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a chronic and progressive disease affecting millions worldwide. According to the …
Preventing Teen Drinking and Drug Use
Teen drinking and drug use is a growing problem that affects millions of adolescents around the world. Despite efforts to …
Finding Support: How To Get Help for Alcoholism
Seeking professional help, such as therapy or rehabilitation, can provide the support and guidance needed to overcome alcoholism.
Paxil and Alcohol: Risks and Side Effects
Major depressive disorder, or clinical depression, can lead to long-term irritability and sadness. This mental illness may occur when a …
The Link Between Trauma and Addiction
Traumatic events in life make you who you are today. They alter how you see the world and yourself. So, …
