Differences of Tolerance, Dependence, and Addiction
There are people who mistakenly believe that terms like tolerance, dependence, and addiction all mean the same thing. The truth is that addiction is incurable whereas tolerance and dependence are the controllable side effects of drug use. It is important to know the differences between these three terms so that you know what you do and do not have in [...]
Can Vicodin Be An Addictive Drug?
Many doctors prescribe the painkiller Vicodin to treat injuries after surgery. Like many painkillers, Vicodin has the potential to be addictive when taking a higher dose than prescribed. If you feel like you cannot live life normally without taking Vicodin, then it is possible that you have an addiction and need to get help before irreversible damage comes. What is [...]
Brandon Flynn’s Preparation to Playing a Drug Addict
If you are playing the role of a drug addict, it helps to understand the mind of an addict as well as physical attributes. Brandon Flynn plays the role of Justin on the hit Netflix series “13 Reasons Why” who starts off the second season as a drug addict. Flynn used his experience of past drug use and further research [...]
What is a Great Documentary to Watch About Enabling Addiction?
Real Stories’s “Mum, Heroin, and Me” is about the relationship between a 20 year-old heroin addict, Hannah, and her mother, Kate, who still trying to be there for her through it all. This documentary shows a hard look at what it is like to be a heroin addict and how her mother is doing whatever it takes to ensure her [...]
Origins of Drug Slang and Street Names
It is possible that either your parents or your children are using strange words in a shady tone that you are unfamiliar with. According to the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, there are over 2,300 terms used to describe drugs. It is important to know these words so that you are no longer fooled if someone living [...]
Drug Courts as an Effective Option for Addicts
When someone does something wrong, they deserve to be punished. When there is something mentally wrong with someone like having an addiction, jail is not going to help them achieve sobriety but they will relapse when they are released. Drug courts can help those suffering with addiction get the proper help they need so they can do work for their [...]
How Do I Know If I Am In A Toxic Relationship?
A toxic relationship is when you are with someone who is ruining your life and making you feel bad about yourself. You could be in a toxic relationship for a long time and not know you are in one until someone points it out to you or when you hit rock bottom. It is important to recognize the signs of [...]
The Debate of Sex Addiction
There are still debates as to whether or not sex addiction is considered just as real an addiction as alcohol or drug addiction. Some believe you can get the same rush of dopamine just as you can with substance abuse and others believe that it is an attempt to excuse irresponsible behavior. It is important to look at both sides [...]
Will You Always Be Free From Cravings?
When you are in recovery, you wish that you can be cured of your cravings. Unfortunately, addiction does not currently have a cure and it is possible that the cravings you have will always find a way to resurface called relapsing. It is important to think about your cravings and realize that there are more important things to do than [...]
University of Texas Makes Promise With Anti-Alcoholism Drug
Studies are constantly being done to treat the withdrawal cravings of alcoholism. The University of Texas came up with a new drug for alcoholism that has successfully worked with animals. They may not provide a cure as alcoholism can be linked with genetics and environment but they can be the stepping stone to true promise. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can be [...]