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The Rise of Synthetic Opioids

In recent years, synthetic opioids have become more prevalent illegally and on the streets and are having powerful consequences. According to the Centers for Disease…

How Can I Help a Friend with Addiction?

If you have a friend who is addicted to drugs or alcohol, you are probably wondering how you can help. It’s difficult to see someone…

What Happens During Heroin Withdrawal

Heroin addiction is a serious problem in the U.S. and throughout the rest of the world. In fact, approximately 9.2 million people worldwide use heroin. Read more...

Mood Disorders and Addiction

Mood disorders and addiction are often connected. It’s not always clear what comes first, but many times, people with a mood disorder may self-medicate, leading…

How Long Does It Take to Detox?

Any substance someone may be addicted may require detoxification, which involves removing addictive substances from the body. You may be asking yourself, “How long does…

What is Polysubstance Abuse?

A-bomb, blipping, candy flipping, 3M, chronic, kitty boosting, speedball, robo flipping, chasing the dragon, handlebars, screwball—these are all slang terms for popular drug cocktails: combinations…