Substance Use Disorder Resources

The answer to why do people use cocaine is not a simple one. People have individual differences and there are several possible reasons people choose the substance of abuse they choose. However, no matter which substance people choose, the substance will convincingly seem to meet an unfulfilled need for them […]

The 5 Stages Of Alcoholism Drinking has been a favorite pastime of many people over the years. Not everyone can be a social drinker, however. Some people cannot limit their drinking to one or two drinks. They may try, but more often than not, they drink far more than they […]

The Top 10 Most Commonly Used Illegal Drugs Many drug users may think that the only consequences of using drugs is the possibility of getting caught and being whisked away to jail. The truth, however, is that the prevalence and side effects of every illegal drug can lead to a […]

Amoxicillin appears on many professional lists of essential medicines. It is often prescribed in the United States to treat infections. There are different brands of amoxicillin being used in the US which include the following:TrimoxAmoxicotMoxilinMoxatagDisperMoxAmoxilAmoxicillin has frequently been used as a way to fight ENT, bronchopulmonary, and pleural infections since the […]

Whippets have quickly become a popular recreational drug, especially for teens and young adults. They are easily obtained and inexpensive, making them a drug of choice for young people who want a quick high. They are even found at many concerts or clubs, possibly giving users the impression that they […]

Cocaine is often referred to as crack cocaine, coke, or blow. It is a powerfully addictive stimulant which is abused by many people for its euphoric effects. It is prevalent for it to be used in a recreational environment. The important thing to remember is that this drug can be […]

Is Alcohol A Drug? About twenty million Americans twelve old years old or older used an illegal drug in the past thirty days, according to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD). Despite this number, information for drugs and addiction remain unclear for many people. This uncertainty leads to many […]

The term magic mushroom refers to a range of mushroom species that contain mind-altering substances such as psilocybin, psilocin, and muscimol. Those containing psilocybin are the most commonly known hallucinogenic mushrooms in the U.S. and are addressed here. However, contrary to popular understanding, there is not just one ‘psilocybin mushroom’. […]

When the term “12-Step Program” comes up, it immediately brings to mind the widely used addiction treatment program that originated from the Alcoholics Anonymous, Christian-based treatment plan. Everyone has heard of the 12 steps and know what it is for, but how effective is the 12-step program when it comes […]

Valium is a commonly prescribed sedative drug. There are many different effects this drug can have on the body. It is very dangerous when someone abuses this drug.  Valium is prescribed for many reasons. You may get valium for sleep, muscle spasms, anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and more. There are different valium dosage […]