Signs of Heroin Abuse and Addiction

Signs of Heroin Abuse and Addiction – A short video describing the signs of heroin abuse and addiction as told by a recovered heroin addict, make sure to see the pictures at the end!

How to Treat ADHD Without Drugs

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But the drugs produce unwanted side effects and have the potential for abuse. Exercise has been shown to be effective in controlling ADHD symptoms and has essentially no side effects. However, the authors of the review conclude, that's not really the …
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Synthetic Cannabis Triggers 'Spiceophrenia'

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Addiction specialist Jonathan C. Lee, MD, who also delved into abuse of synthetic cannabinoids in a presentation at the meeting, noted that the symptoms of synthetic cannabinoid psychosis have recently been dubbed "Spiceophrenia," (Papanti D et al, Hum …
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When it's more than just a drink with dinner

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My job was to screen adults who had been referred from the courts — for drunk driving or other substance-related offenses — to determine whether they needed extensive alcohol and drug treatment, the 11-week substance education course, or both. Unless …
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