Adverse Effects Of LSD
Overview of LSD LSD, which is the abbreviation for lysergic acid diethylamide, is a psychedelic drug which is used on a recreational basis and its role in the 1960's counterculture...
Methamphetamine Overview: Physical Effects, Overdose And Management Of Drug Abuse
General overview Methamphetamine is the shortened form of N-methyl-alpha-methylphenethylamine. It is a recreational drug which stimulates the central nervous system. In the United States, methamphetamine hydrochloride (Desoxyn) is approved by...
Suboxone Information - Addiction Recovery Guide
Suboxone is a trade name for the combination medications of buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine is used to help to alleviate opioid withdrawal symptoms, such as is caused by heroin withdrawal...
Occasional Drinking Versus Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol consumption in moderation doesn't tend to lead to long term complications. The definition of moderate alcohol use, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAA) in...
Symptoms Of Alcohol Withdrawal
Alcohol withdrawal can be a difficult experience for a person whose body has become dependent on the effects of alcohol due to heavy or prolonged alcohol use. The following symptoms...
Health-related Effects Of Marijuana Use
Marijuana (cannabis) is the most commonly used drug worldwide. This drug contains an active substance named tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), responsible for its effects. There are divided opinions on whether marijuana has...
The Pros And Cons Of K2 (Spice)
A new "synthetic marijuana" most commonly called K2 or "spice," also known as fake weed, crazy clown, black mamba, Yucatan Fire, Moon Rocks, Smack! and other names is becoming increasingly...
Yes, Amphetamines Are Great for Weight Loss (And Ruining Your Health)
I would like to start out with an unequivocal statement about the use of amphetamines in weight loss: They absolutely do work. In fact, they change your metabolism so completely...
How To Cope If Someone Close To You Has A Drinking Problem
According to data provided by the Health Organization (WHO), 5.9 percent of all deaths are attributed to alcohol abuse. Chronic use of alcohol causes psychical dependence and damage of multiple...
Marijuana, Munchies, Weight Gain, And Weight Loss
Most people "get the munchies" when they smoke pot. The THC (tetrahydrocannanbinol) in marijuana "hijacks" neurons in the brain that ordinarily regulate appetite. It's a little like aiming for the brakes and hitting the accelerator instead. You feel hungry, even though you aren't hungry, and you