Fear is a normal human emotion that can protect us from immediate, dangerous situations and threats. It can also come to us in a wide variety of forms, such as worry (fear of the future), anxiety (again, the future), trepidation, concern, and dread. Underneath all of these words is fear. Fear can trigger our fight…
“Do you know what she said to me? That really pissed me off!” “I can’t believe he did that to me! I’m so mad.” Anger is such a powerful emotion that people can be blinded by it, unable to think rationally and clearly, especially if someone is experiencing rage. Anger and resentment can lead to…
In the December 2018 issue of The American Journal of Psychiatry, researchers suggested that the increased use of low-dose intravenous ketamine wasn’t a suitable replacement for depressants, could be easily used as an opioid abuse replacement, and its antidepressant effects require opioid system activation. This led to a broad acceptance that ketamine is an opiate (natural opioid) or opioid…
While meth and alcohol are dangerous substances when taken on their own, their combined effects can be extremely dangerous and fatal. It’s important to understand the physical impact and consequences of combining these substances, as well as what to do if you are struggling with addiction and polysubstance abuse. What Is Meth? Methamphetamine (also known…
Addiction is an isolating mental health disorder and substance use typically worsens and acts as a “coping mechanism” for the loneliness it induces. But this loneliness and need for instant, potent relief from substances can stem from our earliest memories, especially traumatic childhood experiences. One study found that 77% of people being treated for substance…
For people with ADD, Adderall can be a lifesaver, but it may cause unpleasant side effects. Adderall can cause Adderall tongue in some individuals, resulting in dry mouth and sore tongues. The symptoms known as ‘Adderall tongue’ are swelling, dry mouth, and tongue wounds. We will investigate Adderall tongue, its indications, causes, and treatment techniques. …
Since they’re both stimulants and their names sound similar, it can be easy to confuse MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine) with meth (methamphetamine). Both substances are derived from amphetamines and have intense and euphoric effects. But their differences, including their dangerous side effects and addictive qualities, truly set them apart, especially when it comes to treatment and recovery….
It’s no surprise that researchers and public-health experts labeled meth as “America’s most dangerous drug.“ The effects of prolonged meth use can be mentally and physically devastating. Few substances can degrade a person’s health and physical appearance like methamphetamine does. If methamphetamine use is affecting your life, it’s important to understand the dangers and complications that come…
Methamphetamine (meth) is a highly-addictive illegal stimulant that affects the central nervous system (CNS). It is a Schedule II controlled substance only available legally through one medication that requires a prescription and can’t be refilled. It’s sometimes prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or to help someone lose weight. However, the prescribed doses are…
If you’re wondering, “Can you snort meth,” chances are you’re looking into different ways of consuming methamphetamine. While you might already know the dangers associated with methamphetamine use, you might have heard that snorting meth has fewer side effects and is even “safer.” It’s not, and this misconception has blindly led individuals down a path…