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12 Signs and Symptoms of Heroin Use
Heroin use can be a devastating and life-threatening habit. If you've recently noticed a friend or loved one shooting, smoking, or snorting heroin, you are…
Lapse vs. Relapse
People know what it means when a person recovering from addiction has a relapse—they use again or return to the pattern of behavior and fall…
7 Surprising Facts About Xanax
Facts About Xanax Xanax is one of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the United States. It is the brand name for the anti-anxiety medication alprazolam and is…
What Are the Causes of Drug and Alcohol Addiction?
The causes of drug and alcohol addiction are just as complex as the disease itself. There is no one set of rules that indicates why…
Can You Become Addicted to Tramadol?
Tramadol is a synthetic opioid medication that is used to help alleviate mild, moderate, and severe pain from short-term and chronic conditions. It is often…
The Dangers of Mixing Vicodin and Alcohol
When you are already struggling with a drinking problem, you may look for ways to reduce how much alcohol you drink by taking Vicodin. Conversely,…