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1w ago
While psychedelics and dissociative drugs affect the brain differently, both are often called “hallucinogens ”. Though more studies are needed to understand exactly how the substances work, recent research suggests a connection between psychedelic drugs and schizophrenia. Ongoing NIDA-funder studies seek to discern how the mechanisms affect the brain’s prefrontal cortex to alter mood,...
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2w ago
Millions of people take one or more prescription medications or over-the-counter (OTC) drugs daily. Most don’t think twice about the side effects, trusting their doctor or pharmacist to prescribe safe, effective remedies. Legal drugs are generally beneficial for various illnesses or diseases when taken as prescribed. However, mixing alcohol with meds can be risky. If...
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3w ago
If you’re ready to break the powerful grip of drugs or alcohol, success is best achieved by seeking professional help. You’ve heard all the stories about how someone quit drinking or using on their own. But, in most cases, they relapse not only once, but several times. Their relapses happen because they did not take...
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1M ago
It’s hard to imagine a drug more lethal than fentanyl, which is 100 times more potent than morphine. Until recently, fentanyl has been the primary driver of drug overdose deaths. However, fentanyl seems mild compared to the potency of its derivative, carfentanil. About 70% of overdose deaths in the US last year were attributed to...
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1M ago
Magic mushroom gummy products (nootropics) are popular for treating depression and anxiety. Many contain psilocybin, commonly known as shrooms or magic mushrooms. Psilocybin is a Schedule 1 substance, meaning it has a high potential for misuse or inappropriate use and has no accepted medical use. However, other substances currently used in gummies can be more...
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2M ago
Heavy drinking during the holidays is common. Consuming large quantities of alcoholic beverages is often associated with having fun. But, heavy drinking such as binge drinking and high-intensity drinking are not limited to special times of the year. Millions of people suffer damage to their health and ruined lives because of alcoholism. Like most people,...
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2M ago
Humans tend to dislike following a schedule. It’s not uncommon for people to want to sleep in on a workday or be late for a meeting. The small sense of freedom is important to most people. Unfortunately, without some structure to the day, many of us wouldn’t accomplish much. This dilemma also holds true for...
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2M ago
With the holidays rapidly approaching, stress and anxiety often spur the use of alcohol or drugs as a coping tool. Although relapse is common during addiction recovery, it’s not inevitable. However, holiday relapse can be avoided with a few proven techniques. The National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates that between 40 and 60 people in...
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2M ago
Although men and women are exposed to the same drugs, men die of drug overdose two to three times more than women, according to a study conducted by the NIDA. Society expects men to be strong and capable. So, they aren’t willing to appear weak or helpless by reaching out for help. They struggle to...
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3M ago
Cocaethylene is not a drug you can buy, but the side effects it produces can be equally as dangerous as street drugs. It is common for people who use recreational drugs to combine cocaine with alcohol, and cocaethylene is one of the side effects. Polysubstance use is one of the leading causes of overdose and...
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