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In: Substance Abuse
17 May 2012In a 1999 article for the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Dr. Mary Jeanne Kreek asserts that recovering drug addicts can refuse the substances they were once addicted to for extended periods of time. Addicts are able to do this even if they are in direct contact with temptation, such as walking or driving past [...]
In: Substance Abuse
16 May 2012A 2008 ABC news article confirms that there is a definite connection between depression and substance abuse. The article also states that some people who are severely depressed will turn to painkillers for relief, and will start abusing the substance because of the euphoric feeling the medicine provides. Many people will take painkillers to get [...]
In: Substance Abuse
3 May 2012Ecstasy is a drug that is commonly taken at parties in pill form because it promotes relaxation and a euphoric mood. Initially, people started taking the drug for weight loss purposes, since Ecstasy (also called MDMA) suppresses the appetite. MDMA users report that the drug makes them feel closer to others and helps them to [...]
In: Substance Abuse
11 Apr 2012Most painkillers are derived from opium, and are classified into a group called opiates. Opium is a natural substance extracted from the poppy plant, and has been used for centuries to reduce inflammation and take away physical pain. However, opiates also have the ability to boost the mood and rid the body of depression, which [...]
In: Substance Abuse
10 Apr 2012If a loved one has been acting out of character lately, you are likely concerned and want to find out why. Chances are that your family member has been exhibiting behaviors that lead you to believe that he/she could be abusing alcohol. In order to know for sure that you should get the help your [...]
In: Substance Abuse
5 Apr 2012Many people have experimented with marijuana at some point in life, usually during their teenage or college years. While marijuana is known for its ability to make you feel “enlightened” or “mellow”, there are also several negative effects of taking the drug. It’s important to know all the ways that marijuana can affect your body, [...]
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4 Apr 2012Oxycodone is a common pain medication that is given to those who suffer from chronic pain, such as cancer patients. Individuals who are recovering from surgery will sometimes receive an Oxycodone prescription, but only if they were taking the painkiller before the operation. While the medicine can treat inflammation and rid the body of extreme [...]
In: Substance Abuse
29 Mar 2012If you have a strong sense that a friend or loved one is using cocaine, chances are you’re right. There are several changes in a person’s social or professional behavior that could indicate an addiction to cocaine. Here are some of the things you should be looking for to confirm your suspicion, so that you [...]
How much do we know about prescription drug abuse? The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has recently completed a report in which it asks for the federal agencies to take further action on improving the general public’s knowledge on prescription drug abuse. They are calling for them to educate not only the general public, but also [...]
In: Substance Abuse
2 Feb 2012The mayoral committee member for corporate services, Demetri Qually stated the City of Cape Town have been working with the Medical Research Council (MRC) to find this link between these high number of absenteeism and substance abuse. The study took place over a two year period in order for the city to obtain as much [...]
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