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Drugs are a chemical substance that can be used in the prevention, cure and treatment of an ailment or disease. Often, medications can be used to help an individual’s emotional and psychological well being, and they can enhance one’s physical abilities or well being.

Medicines can help heal a person or destroy a life. They can be naturally derived from plants or synthesized in some type of laboratory. A drug addiction can ruin a man or woman’s existence. It is disappointing that many of the medications that were originally developed to help heal people will be abused and devastate the life of someone with a substance abuse addiction.

Substance abuse is when a person begins using a drug in a way other than its intended use as prescribed by a doctor. A drug addiction can be created when a man or woman continually abuses drugs in order to get high (an intense euphoric feeling). Some drugs are so addictive that someone using for the first time can become instantly addicted.

When someone has developed a drug addiction, they can build up a tolerance to the drug and need more and more of the substance to have the same effect. The person will sometimes begin smoking, snorting, or injecting the drugs so as to reach a quicker and more intense high. This leads to constant repeated use and, thus, the creation of a drug addiction.

Substance abuse addiction is outstandingly difficult to quit. Often one substance is abused with other drugs or alcohol. Sadly and frequently, substance abuse co-occurs with other mental disorders such as mood disorders, mental disorders and eating disorders.

This adds to the complexities of stopping the drug abuse. However, it is imperative that the drug addiction is ended because constant substance abuse can be deadly. Heart attacks and strokes often occur. Some of the more common drug types include opioids (heroin, morphine, hydrocodone), hallucinogens (LSD, DXM, PCP), stimulants (cocaine, Ecstasy, meth), and depressants (alcohol, Quaaludes).

Please continue reading below to see our latest blog posts on substance abuse. Under the “Substance Abuse Navigation” menu, you can click on the drop-down arrow to see evergreen, general information on dozens of individual drugs, including prescription substances.

What Are The Dangers Of Sleep Aids?

Dangers Of Sleep Aids Nothing To Snooze Over - Addiction Hope According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 8.5 million people in the U.S. use prescription sleep aids. At a glance, sleep aids can seem like the perfect solution to sleeping problems: Just take a simple pill and fall into a deep sleep within minutes. However, studies show that people who [...]
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Why Are There Different Drug Names On The Street?

Different Drug Names Cocaine Heroin Marijuana - Addiction Hope Snow. Crank. Acid. Buttons. These words seem normal enough, but they actually refer to cocaine, crystal meth, LSD and psychedelic mushrooms, respectively. There is a wide world of street names for drugs, and they’re constantly changing. For parents especially, it’s important to recognize the alternative terms that people use to refer to common drugs. Even [...]
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Why Has The Popularity of Lexapro Taken A Nosedive?

Popularity Of Lexapro Dropped 97 Percent - Addiction Hope In the summer of 2011, the prescription antidepressant Lexapro accounted for more than $720 million in sales in the United States. By early 2013, that number had dropped dramatically – and it hasn’t seen a rise since. One of the most prescribed antidepressants in the country has taken a nosedive in use and sales. Why? [...]
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Klonopin vs. Xanax: What Makes A Doctor Prescribe One Over The Other?

Klonopin Vs. Xanax Side Effects - Addiction Hope Klonopin and Xanax are two of the most commonly prescribed medications for the treatment of anxiety, and both belong to the drug family known as benzodiazepines. These drugs work by suppressing the central nervous system and effecting GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) in the brain. The result is slowed nerve impulses and a powerful calming effect. The [...]
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How Does Wellbutrin Work, And What Are The Risks?

How Does Wellbutrin Work Side Effects - Addiction Hope Antidepressants are a broad category of drugs. These medications are prescribed widely, with one in 10 Americans having a prescription for them. These substances control chemical levels in the brain, although the precise way they work depends upon the specific medication itself. Many of these drugs are not considered habit-forming when used correctly and under [...]
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