The length of time that drugs stay in a person’s system will depend on several factors. Those factors depend on a person’s physiological makeup. Height, weight, amount of body fat, age, current state of health, exercise habit, degree of stress, … Continue reading
Parents often think there is little they can do to ensure their kids do not start using drugs. But, the #1 reason why kids do not use drugs is because they do not want to upset the parents. In addition, … Continue reading
Youth brings about visions of adventure and excitement. When you’re young, it’s commonly thought of as your time to have fun. Unfortunately, drugs and alcohol are often used as a way for young people to get excited and have … Continue reading
There can be lots of personal reasons why people start drugs, and even more reasons why people get caught up in a drug addiction. It causes some to wonder about the common causes for people to take drugs, and if … Continue reading
Street drugs are names that because they are often sold on the street and are used recreationally. They include stimulants, depressants and hallucinogens–many can be put into two of those categories. Street drugs include but are not limited to marijuana, … Continue reading
There are many different signs that people display when they are using drugs. Not all people display the same symptoms and many that are on drugs never display some. However, the following signs are very common and should not be … Continue reading
MSN has recently posted a brief article on the myths about prescription drugs. The main interest point shows that the vast majority of people that are prescribed pain killers and other prescription drugs that follow the doctor’s directions to not … Continue reading
There are treatment centers that are specifically for women throughout the US. Some of these are long term chemical dependency treatment centers but lot are similar to shelters for abused women. Many that are especially for addicts take clients after … Continue reading
Alcoholic hepatitis is liver disease caused by chronic ingestion of alcohol. This disease is found in heavy drinkers that have been drinking for a very long time as well as binge drinkers and those that drink modestly. This disease can, … Continue reading
All drugs of abuse, including nicotine, marijuana and cocaine, affect the brain’s limbic system. The limbic system is the "pleasure" part of the brain, as it releases the neurotransmitter dopamine when it experiences something enjoyable. Dopamine creates a feeling of … Continue reading
