Why do some people suffer from addiction while others do not? This is a question medical professionals and scientists have been pondering for decades. And while studies have long suggested a genetics component to addiction, the specific neurobiological mechanisms influencing addiction remained unclear. But recent research may be changing that, revealing the reason why some [...]
There is a correlation between substance use disorders and HIV [1]. Research shows that this correlation may be due to increased risk-taking behavior while intoxicated or the transmission of bodily fluids through intravenous drugs [1]. Given the potential for serious medical complications, it is important to decrease the transmission rate of HIV. Treating substance use [...]
Mitragyna speciose or Kratom is a plant in the coffee family (Rubiaceae) native to Southeast Asia and Thailand [1]. Their leaves have caused opioid-like and stimulant responses upon ingestion. Kratom is also known as Biak, Ketum, Kakuam, or Ithang or Thom. The principle pharmacologically active compounds present in Kratom are the indole alkaloids, mitragynine, and [...]
Medical professionals (firefighters, police officers, and emergency medical technicians) are 10% more likely to have mental health and substance abuse issues compared to the general population [1]. First responders are exposed to highly stressful situations, including witnessing violence, death, injuries, natural disasters, and pain. These exposures are often in addition to threats to their personal [...]
The Opioid Epidemic Opioid addiction is an epidemic in the United States [1]. While all opioids have similar impacts on the body and brain, there are prescription and non-prescription. An example of prescription opioids is pain killers, while heroin is an example of a non-prescription opioid. While prescription opioids can be used safely for a [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.