29 Apr
How the Opioid Crisis Has Changed Addiction Treatment
Key Takeaways The opioid crisis changed the way we treat addiction. Prescription misuse and synthetic opioids like fentanyl hav...
22 Apr
What is The Hardest Drug to Quit in America?
Key Takeaways Some drugs are harder to quit because of their strong withdrawal symptoms, intense cravings, or emotional dependency...
15 Apr
How to Identify Fentanyl (Opioid) by Touch, Taste, Look and Smell
Key Takeaways Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid, up to 100 times stronger than morphine. It’s often mixed into other drug...
08 Apr
Meth Mites, Meth Bugs, and Meth Sores: What Are They?
Key Takeaways Meth mites, meth bugs, and meth sores are common symptoms of methamphetamine use. The sensation of bugs crawling ...
01 Apr
Does Alcohol & Drug Addiction Have DNA Biomarkers?
Key Takeaways Research suggests that DNA biomarkers may contribute to addiction. Genetics and epigenetics play a role in substa...
28 Mar
National Alcohol Screening Day to Assess Alcohol Use Disorder
Key Takeaways National Alcohol Screening Day helps people check their drinking habits and see if they may need help. Alcohol sc...
25 Mar
Alcohol-Related Liver Disease: What is Cirrhosis?
Key Takeaways Cirrhosis is the most severe stage of alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) and occurs due to long-term alcohol use. ...
18 Mar
Stigmatizing Language To Avoid When Talking About Addiction
Key Takeaways The way we talk about addiction can either support or harm recovery efforts. Stigmatizing language reinforces neg...
11 Mar
Comparison of Cocaine and Lidocaine: Risks, Effects, & Treatment
Key Takeaways Cocaine and lidocaine are both anesthetics, but cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant, while lidocaine is a widely...
04 Mar
Potential For Abuse & Drug Overdose From Kratom Use
Key Takeaways Kratom is a plant from Southeast Asia that acts like a stimulant in small doses and like an opioid in larger doses. ...
