Author: James Anderson

Interestingly, Potter and colleagues found that the average depression level (as measured by the Beck Depression Inventory) was 13.35 in people who used MDMA, 7 points higher than that of non-drug users (2013). Although this difference was not large enough to be significant, it is still important to note since MDMA users commonly report low […]

Local entities provide their meeting information voluntarily. Members work together to help the alcoholic who still suffers. Helping each other is a key to staying sober. SMART Recovery is a global abstinence-oriented organization. While not a religious organization, Nar-Anon emphasizes a spiritual way of life. It also leans on the guidance of a higher power […]

Researchers are also investigating other drugs sometimes classified as psychedelic and dissociative drugs, such as MDMA, and the way they work in the brain. Much of the research about the addictiveness of hallucinogens is conflicting. Some outlets report that dependence is the same as addiction, but a person can be dependent on a drug and not display any […]

Some people may not provide the support you need to reach your goals. Tapering off alcohol can have dangerous side effects, and your doctor may prescribe some medications to help. This can help improve your changes of a lasting recovery. Acamprosate (Campral) eases withdrawal symptoms — such as insomnia, anxiety, restlessness, and feeling blue — […]

As with most other chronic diseases, such as diabetes, asthma, or heart disease, treatment for drug addiction generally isn’t a cure. People who are recovering from an addiction will be at risk for relapse for years and possibly for their whole lives. Research shows that combining addiction treatment medicines with behavioral therapy ensures the best […]

Strassman and Qualls [87] found dose-dependent elevations in HR and BP with IV DMT. They found a larger and more rapid increase than with oral ingestion, reporting that a 0.4 mg/kg IV dose raised HR by approximately 26 BPM at 2 minutes, as well as SBP by 35 mmHg and DBP by 30 mmHg. In […]

Acid-reducing drugs can increase the absorption of Adderall into your body. This can raise the level of Adderall in your blood, which can make side effects from Adderall more likely. Serotonergic drugs are drugs that increase levels of the chemical serotonin in your body. Lowered inhibitions are a common side effect of alcohol consumption. But […]

Standard outpatient rehab includes a few hours of care per week and partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) providing several hours of therapy per day. AToN Center provides patients with a beautiful location to recover from addiction. In addition to the beautiful location, the facility includes many amenities, and the staff is comprised of numerous well-trained individuals. […]