Ativan and Xanax are two of America’s most widely prescribed medications. They both belong to the same class of substances: benzodiazepines or benzos. In addition, they are similar in their uses and effects. Crucially, abuse of both medications can trigger addiction and the need for drug rehab programs. Still, there are some differences between Ativan…
Helping a loved one with alcoholism can be a difficult task. However, before we get to steps to assist them, it would be important to assess if a loved one truly drinks too much. According to SAMHSA, 6.2% of people who drink have an Alcohol Use Disorder. There is no set amount or drinking frequency…
Withdrawing from drugs can be extremely uncomfortable and sometimes life-threatening. Learn more about drug withdrawal symptoms and timelines and how to manage them effectively
Habitual drinking wrecks havoc on many parts of the body – including the brain, liver, heart, and immune system. When you stop, these things start to reverse and people notice an incredible difference both physically and psychologically.
Xanax is a common tranquilizer drug, usually prescribed in the treatment of anxiety disorders. However, like with many prescription medications, the body may quickly develop a tolerance to it, leading to misuse and addiction. Quitting on one’s own isn’t safe, as it can heighten one’s anxiety and physical discomfort and in certain cases, may even…
Xanax is a drug prescribed typically for anxiety, panic disorders, and insomnia. However, Xanax (alprazolam) is very addictive and highly susceptible for abuse. Understand the health effects of this abuse and what you can do if you are dependent, abusing, or addicted to Xanax.
Party Drugs include substances like Alcohol, Cocaine, Ecstasy, and others. College students are the most vulnerable when it comes to this classification of drugs as they are most common at college parties and music festivals.
Marijuana is one of the most popular illegal drugs in the United States. In 2016, 51% of people in the United States admitted to using cannabis in their life. About 12% had used it in the past year, and 7.3% had used it in the past month. Marijuana is legal recreationally in certain states, medically…
The casual drink has become the norm for most people today. Whether they go out to a sit-down restaurant or cook a nice state dinner, it’s unusual not to see a glass of wine next to the plate. It helps liven up the conversation, it “pairs nicely,” and some even say it could be good…
Alcohol Alcohol is a depressant which means it inhibits the central nervous system (CNS). This essentially impairs physical and psychological activity. CNS depressants like alcohol reduce brain activity and awareness by blocking messages from nerve receptors to the brain; this changes a person’s judgments, perceptions, movements, emotions, and senses. Alcohol is made through the process…