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How Is Drug Induced Psychosis Treated During Stimulant Detox?

Studies show that more than 10 million people in the U.S. age 12 and older misuse stimulants. When individuals use high-dose stimulants, especially during binge episodes, they can experience a range of physical and psychological …

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Can Fentanyl Cause Memory Loss? Your Questions, Answered

Synthetic opioids like fentanyl caused more than 48,000 fatal overdoses in 2024. New evidence suggests that using fentanyl with opioids and other illicit substances like cocaine may lead to permanent brain damage and memory loss. …

Opioid Detox During Pregnancy Linked to Safer Births

A new study published in the 2025 Journal of Perinatology offers valuable insights into how opioid detox and medication assisted treatment during pregnancy can affect newborns with neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (NOWS). Investigating the Link …

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14 Distressing Signs of Cocaine Addiction

It’s important to know the physical and behavioral signs of cocaine addiction. This can help you recognize if you or a loved one is addicted to the substance, and keeps you aware of the many …

How Does Harm Reduction Compare to Quitting Cold Turkey?

Harm reduction is a term used to describe any practices or programs designed to reduce the level of harm experienced from behaviors that can have problematic effects. It is most commonly associated with alcohol and …

A Guide to Getting Court Ordered Rehab for a Loved One

Has someone you love committed or been accused of a drug-related crime and need help recovering from a substance use disorder? If so, court-ordered rehab might be the best route forward. Going to rehab can …

Free Homeless Detox Opens in San Diego

A new homeless detox in San Diego officially opened this past September, offering a lifeline to unhoused residents struggling with addiction. Father Joe’s Villages launched the 44 bed facility to Southern Californians experiencing substance abuse …

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8 Scary Crack Side Effects + Free Quiz to See If You’re Addicted

In This Article What Is Crack Cocaine? What Does Smoking Crack Feel Like? Side Effects of Crack Use Long-Term Effects of Crack Use Crack Timeline: High, Crash, and Addiction Cycle Detox & Treatment for Crack …

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Recovery & Sobriety Quotes + 13 Reasons to Be Proud of Your Recovery

In This Article 13 Reasons to Be Proud of Your Recovery Motivational Quotes for Recovery Sobriety Quotes to Stay Proud and Positive Quotes About Addiction & Recovery AA & NA Quotes That Inspire Millions Uplifting …

Kansas Opioid Detox Centers Fall Short, Experts Warn

The University of Kansas conducted a study and found that residents in the Sunflower State experiencing substance abuse crises often lack access to opioid detox centers. The shortage of opioid detox programs in Kansas leaves …

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Opioid Medications & Memory Loss + Free Quiz to See the Signs

In This Article How Opioids Affect Memory and the Brain Which Opioid Drugs Are Linked to Memory Loss? Signs Your Memory Loss May Be Linked to Opioids The “Could My Memory Loss Be Related to …

What Is Wasping or Wasp Dope + Family Intervention Guide

In This Article What is Wasping (a.k.a. Wasp Dope or KD)? How Is Wasp Dope Made? What Does Wasp Spray Dope Look Like? Why Do People Lace Meth with Insecticide? Side Effects of Wasping How …