Drug Addiction

In 2012, NCBI published research on the effects of using the drug for alcoholism, and positive results were found. The research results show that between 3 to 24 months, over 80% of patients that came in at high risk of alcoholism, reduced their risk to the low or moderate level. There were multiple studies conducted […]

We recommend that drug checking research and services expand beyond opioid consumers and nightclub and dance festival attendees. This would allow us to determine the risk of exposure to adulterants (e.g., in the general population) and help determine whether high-risk populations should indeed remain the main/only focus. We believe drug checking should be included in […]

This improvement was more evident at the 6-months follow-up, where differences between measures reached statistical significance. This finding is in line with previous research in which ayahuasca showed antidepressant effects at 7 and 21 days after its controlled administration in a clinical setting14,15,16. Our sample was not clinical, but 45% of subjects met the criteria […]

It’s important to watch out for these symptoms if you or a loved one is taking an antipsychotic. Drug side effects sometimes resemble the symptoms of the condition a drug is being used to treat, but a doctor can help diagnose symptoms. Antipsychotics help improve symptoms by binding to dopamine receptors in your central nervous […]

Kent Chitwood, the assistant district attorney who prosecuted the case, said about 1 in 10 of the prescription drug cases he prosecutes involve an older adult. Although there’s been a crackdown at the federal and state level, the opioid epidemic took many lives and ruined many more. The problem is far from eradicated, and opioid […]

In some circumstances, the pupil size can indicate a severe medical emergency. Horner’s syndrome is a droopy eyelid, pupil constriction, decreased sweating, and possibly eye redness. If your pupils dilate after taking prescription medication, contact your doctor or pharmacist. You should seek treatment if you notice that your pupils are dilated and you can’t explain […]

NIDA is a biomedical research organization and does not provide personalized medical advice, treatment, counseling, or legal consultation. Information provided by NIDA is not a substitute for professional medical care or legal consultation. NIDA also supports research to examine the social and economic impact of certain laws and policies in preventing substance use and its […]

It is smart to note one of the most practical ways to help you beat a drug test is to drink as much water as possible, and pee it out just hours before the test. There is a higher chance one will pass a urine test if the pee is diluted with water, in comparison […]

You can do this only to protect your privacy in unofficial tests, for example to get a job that does not require high safety measures in a private company. Because medical or recreational needs cannot be a reason for discrimination. Stinger Mouthwash is another detoxifying solution that will surely flush away any toxin found in […]

This clarifying shampoo works perfectly with Ultra Clean, another product that offers deep cleaning for your hair and is recommended for use on the day of the hair follicle test. A saliva test is done by swabbing inside the mouth, which makes it convenient and inexpensive to administer. However, studies have shown that testing hair […]