People like to escape reality and feel good, so today; it is pretty common for people to experiment with all types of drugs of all…
Stigma is defined as a negative attitude or discrimination against someone based on a distinguishing trait such as a disability, mental health disorder, or other…
COVID-19 is a highly infectious respiratory disease that is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The spread of COVID-19 occurs through airborne particles and droplets carrying…
Drugs interact with chemicals in the brain and body to make you feel a certain way. While drugs can be helpful in regulating moods, helping…
The term ‘self-care’ refers to a person’s ability to care for their needs independently but does not mean they do it alone. Self-care is especially…
Rehab for drug and alcohol addiction is an essential service, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. For many people, the risks of alcohol poisoning or a…
Opioids were first introduced and used in the United States in the early 1860s. Wounded soldiers were treated with morphine, and many of them developed…
Opioids are a class of prescription medications derived from the opium poppy plant. Some of these medications may be completely artificial in a scientific lab.…
Vigabatrin is an anticonvulsant or anti-epileptic medication. Vigabatrin works by decreasing any abnormal electrical activity in a person’s brain. It is commonly used with other…
The debate on whether addiction is a disease or not is irrelevant to the people affected by it and those around them. Instead, understanding why…