Once you’re sober, you’ll likely notice more money in your wallet. That’s right — substance use disorders can drain your finances. One of the benefits of a sober life is not wasting good money on a good buzz. Milestones in sobriety (e.g., 24 hours, a month, three months) are celebrated…
Short- & Long-Term Side Effects of Smoking Crack Cocaine
A cocaine binge is when someone uses cocaine repeatedly in higher and higher doses. People may take the drug until they run out or become exhausted. The drug is made from the leaves of the coca plant, which grows almost nowhere other than the northern and western regions of South…
Podcast: Alcohols Impact on Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar 2 disorder occurs when you experience one depressive episode and at least one hypomanic episode (milder manic episodes that last four or more days). Those with bipolar 2 disorder often have other mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. A crucial component in effective, comprehensive treatment of co-occurring…
Is cannabidiol a scheduled controlled substance? Origin makes the difference
Synthetic cannabinoids are similar to the compounds found in the cannabis plant. They are “man-made” products usually created in a lab and often intended to mimic the effects of cannabinoids. It is recommended that cannabinoids be taken by mouth rather than inhaled. Smoking cannabinoid products used for medical purposes can…
Alcohol Use Disorder and Mortality Across the Lifespan PMC
As a result, write the authors of a new study published in American Psychologist, Americans report higher levels of loneliness compared with most Europeans, and those numbers have gotten markedly worse compared with those of previous generations https://novocherkassk.net/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=739&start=75 surveyed. If you or someone you know is struggling with alcoholism, it’s…