Substance Abuse

What is a High Functioning Alcoholic?

When you think of someone with alcoholism, you may picture someone who is always falling-down-drunk or whose life is in shambles. While that can be…

Hydrocodone vs Oxycodone

If you are dealing with pain from an injury, surgery, or chronic condition, it is possible that your doctor will prescribe medication for pain relief.…

The Signs of Cocaine Use

Cocaine is a potent stimulant derived from the leaves of the coca plant that grows in South America. Often sold as a fine, white powder,…

Habit Forming Drugs and Addiction Signs

At the start of a new year many people look for tricks to create new habits. Often, this means making exercising a habit, eating healthier…

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…

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…