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Injection Drug Users Who Also Abuse Stimulants at High Suicide Risk

Addiction

A team of Canadian researchers says that people who inject drugs have an exceptionally high risk of suicide when using stimulants such as cocaine and amphetamines. Injection drug users have relatively strong…

Is Alcohol a Depressant?

Addiction

At Recovery Ranch in Tennessee, clients sometimes ask, “Is alcohol a depressant?” Alcohol meets the definition of depressant because it suppresses the central nervous system. Slurred speech, disturbed perceptions, unsteady…

Staying Sober During Coronavirus

Addiction Treatment

Staying sober during the coronavirus pandemic is likely a challenge for many people. Several media sources report that alcohol sales have recently skyrocketed, and several sources are reporting an uptick…

Quarantined with an Alcoholic Spouse

Addictions

Living with an alcoholic spouse is likely a challenge on any day. The quarantine during the coronavirus possibly leads to new challenges when you are quarantined with an alcoholic spouse. The…

Dangers of Substance Abuse: Three Reasons to Seek Treatment Today

Addiction

The dangers of substance abuse go further than just the threat of becoming addicted. Using chemical substances in ways other than they were intended to be used can make you…

Small DNA Variations Play Big Role in Risk for Substance Problems

Articles>Drug Addiction

Researchers have conclusively determined that much of any given person’s chances of developing problems with substance abuse or substance addiction are genetically based. However, no one fully understands all of…

Gambling Disorder, Alcoholism Feature Similar Impulsive Behaviors

Articles>Addiction Research

Alcoholism and gambling disorder are well-defined examples of two recognized forms of addiction: substance addiction and non-substance-based behavioral addiction. Impulsive behavior is typically viewed as a core characteristic of both…

Ending the Nightmare of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Articles>Dual Diagnosis

The symptoms of PTSD are painful and terrifying. Whether the original traumatic event was a single horrible incident (a natural disaster or a car accident, for example) or a daily…

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Tag: substance abuse

Tag: substance abuse

Injection Drug Users Who Also Abuse Stimulants at High Suicide Risk

Is Alcohol a Depressant?

Staying Sober During Coronavirus

Quarantined with an Alcoholic Spouse

Dangers of Substance Abuse: Three Reasons to Seek Treatment Today

Small DNA Variations Play Big Role in Risk for Substance Problems

Gambling Disorder, Alcoholism Feature Similar Impulsive Behaviors

Ending the Nightmare of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

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