Author: James Anderson

At one point, she recalls him saying, “I don’t know if alcoholism’s a thing. I think it’s about moderation.”  So to appease his misconception about her disease, she relapsed and started drinking again, ending twenty years of sobriety. Because, as she says, “When you don’t have an off switch, you go until you can’t go […]

Severely intoxicated people often smell of alcohol and may experience issues like incontinence, which can be indicators that they are more than drunk. As a CNS depressant, a high blood concentration of alcohol can also inhibit respiration, usually resulting in a slow, shallow breathing pattern. Alcohol poisoning is serious and potentially life-threatening. If you think […]

Join 40,000+ People Who Receive Our Newsletter Get valuable resources on addiction, recovery, wellness, and our treatments delivered directly to your inbox. Xanax addiction is a significant problem that requires professional treatment. Thankfully, there are many treatment options available that can help people struggling with addiction to Xanax. As tolerance to the drug builds, people […]

What many people might think of as a fun night out on the town can be very risky — or in some cases, life-threatening, Dr. Streem notes. More than half of all drinking-related deaths are caused by binge drinking. Binge drinking isn’t necessarily an indicator that you or a loved one has alcohol use disorder […]

Alternatively, the depressant drug (e.g., heroin, fentanyl, benzodiazepines) produces a sense of calm, relaxation, and sedation. The most common combination is cocaine and heroin, but other stimulants and depressants can be used, such as methamphetamine, prescription opioids, benzodiazepines, or alcohol. The combination creates a ‘push-pull’ reaction in the brain and body. Studies have suggested that methadone […]

Some professions may require the person to agree to random drug testing where they have little to no knowledge of the test beforehand. This is a simple approach, as these drugs leave traces in the urine when it passes out of the body. A drug test looks for the presence or absence of a drug […]

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If you are concerned about your alcohol intake or want to reduce your consumption, your doctor can also help. Treating underlying conditions such as depression and anxiety can be helpful, but your doctor may also recommend additional treatments such as therapy or medications designed to help reduce alcohol cravings and withdrawal symptoms. While Cymbalta is […]

Barbiturates aren’t as common as in years past because newer drugs have largely taken their place. However, many of these drugs still see widespread use for specific conditions. Phenobarbital, for example, is common for treating seizures that resist first-line anti-seizure medications. Drugs.com provides accurate and independent information on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines […]

Then, you’ll take any further doses every 4 to 6 hours. Your doctor will recommend the dosage of Adderall that’s right for you. Below are commonly used dosages, but always take the dosage your doctor prescribes. Adderall may cause mental health issues such as mania and psychosis. If you already have a mental health condition, […]