Understanding Khat: Effects, Risks, and Treatment Options for Chronic Use
Khat (also known as qat/kat) is a leafy green plant that originates from East Africa, the Arabian Peninsula or the Middle East. Khat is at its most potent when it’s freshly cut, and as such, is often chewed like tobacco. Its
Is Wine Mom Culture Real, And Is It a Problem?
Women have been drinking in increasing numbers over the past few decades, oftentimes using motherhood as the excuse. When looking at the media you can see why drinking has been on the rise among women, as much of the advertising
First Response: Keeping an Overdose Victim Alive Until Help Arrives
With substance use and addiction at epidemic levels and the opioid crisis a hot topic of debate, one of the greatest fears held by family members of drug users is that their loved one will be the next overdose death.
Naloxone: Is It Really a Wonder Drug?
For many New Jersey residents, June 18 was a historic day. Samantha Newton appreciated its importance. She left the house early that morning to line up for a one-time freebie. She had to do this because supplies might run out.
Understanding Hydrocodone
Hydrocodone (most commonly known by its brand name Vicodin), is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. Hydrocodone is prescribed as a painkiller that can be effective in treating mild-severe pain. However, it can also be habit-forming and extremely
Undertanding Hypnotics Addictions
Sedative, Hypnotic or Anxiolytic (SHA) drugs all fall under the same category. There are over 40 different drugs that are classified as either sedatives, hypnotics or anxiolytics. Each of these substances comes with its own potential for abuse or misuse, and
Wait Time Challenges: How to Cope While You Wait for A Rehab Spot
When an addict is ready to take a step towards recovery, it is important that they act fast, as that thought can be changed very quickly. Most addicts have to struggle for a long time before accepting that they need
The Hippie Era: How 60s Drugs Use Shaped Modern Trends
The hipster period during the 60s was when youthful grown-ups were dissenting – well – essentially everything. They needed to be free spirits and to have the option to manufacture their reality with their own standards. The regular lifestyle was
A Natural High: Healthy Ways to Boost Dopamine
What Is Dopamine? Dopamine is a chemical neurotransmitter in our brains that sends messages of pleasure to the brain when we are engaging in enjoyable activities or behaviour. Dopamine is even present in our bodies when we do things that are
Group Therapy as an Addiction Treatment Tool
Substance abuse recovery is a difficult process to go through, and the last thing you should be expected to do is to go through it alone. A sense of community and belonging is an important part of the recovery process