11 Mar Cocaine Addiction, Drug Effects Comparison of Cocaine and Lidocaine: Risks, Effects, & Treatment Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Cocaine and lidocaine are both anesthetics, but cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant, while lidocaine is a widely... Continue reading
04 Mar Drug Effects Potential For Abuse & Drug Overdose From Kratom Use Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Kratom is a plant from Southeast Asia that acts like a stimulant in small doses and like an opioid in larger doses. ... Continue reading
18 Feb addiction, drug Addiction, Drug Effects, Opioid Addiction, Overdose Is The Synthetic Opioid Nitazenes More Potent Than Fentanyl? Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Nitazenes are synthetic opioids that are up to 10 times more potent than fentanyl. These drugs, mixed into other ... Continue reading
11 Feb Cocaine Addiction, drug Addiction, Drug Effects Cocaine-Induced Cardiac Arrhythmia & Heart Attacks Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Cocaine use increases the risk of cardiac arrhythmia and heart attacks. Chronic cocaine use causes long-term dama... Continue reading
04 Feb Drug Effects, Opioid Addiction The Dangers of Hydrocodone Addiction & Abuse Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Hydrocodone is a powerful pain reliever but has a high potential for abuse and addiction. Misusing hydrocodone ca... Continue reading
23 Jan Alcohol Addiction, Drug Effects Why Alcohol Causes Hangover Anxiety (Hangxiety) Posted by Gigi Price July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Hangxiety combines physical hangover symptoms with feelings of anxiety and dread. Alcohol impacts brain chemicals... Continue reading
16 Jan addiction, drug Addiction, Drug Effects Phenibut Withdrawal, Addiction, Doses, Detox, and Side Effects Posted by Gigi Price July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Phenibut is a calming agent but has high misuse potential. Withdrawal symptoms include anxiety, tremors, and seve... Continue reading
14 Jan addiction, Cannabinoid, Cannabis, drug Addiction, Drug Effects What is Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)? Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) is linked to long-term cannabis use. Symptoms include severe nausea, vomit... Continue reading
24 Dec Alcohol Addiction, Drug Effects What Is Wet Brain Syndrome (Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome)? Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Key Takeaways Wet Brain Syndrome is caused by chronic alcohol abuse and thiamine deficiency. Early intervention can prevent sev... Continue reading
26 Nov addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Detox, drug Addiction, Drug Effects, Opioid Addiction How Long Does Suboxone Stay in Your System? Posted by Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS July 25, 2025 Suboxone Duration: What You Need to Know Suboxone, a prescription medication used in addiction treatment, is known for helping individ... Continue reading