Psychostimulants like meth are a significant issue in Ohio, with overdose deaths increasing more than 46% from 2018 to 2019. The withdrawal symptoms associated with detox are a concern for many people...
Most people are familiar with the opioid epidemic in Ohio. Headlines warn of the dangers of heroin mixed with fentanyl, but an even deadlier drug has made an appearance in...
Amphetmines are psychostimulant drugs used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy and obesity. However, amphetamines are often misused for their euphoric effects or to enhance intellectual or athletic performance....
Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are one of the most commonly prescribed types of drugs in America, and they are used to treatinsomnia, anxiety, and panic disorders. Because they are so widely prescribed,...
Cocaine abuse and addiction can be extremely destructive. The effects of the substance can be very dangerous, even deadly. Here we will go into more detail about the side effects, signs and...
Kratom comes from the tropical kratom tree (Mitragyna speciosa). While the tree is native to Southeast Asia, the leaves that contain chemicals which give off psychotropic effects became popular in...
Article at a Glance: LSD does not cause physical dependence but may result in psychological dependence on the drug.Although there is very limited scientific research concerning the treatment of addiction...
Anabolic steroids are tempting in a way different from many other substances. People who take steroids are not looking for the feeling of a high. When people misuse steroids, they...
Methadone belongs to the family of opioids along with heroin but has a gradual mode of action relative to heroin. Methadone is used to alleviate the withdrawal symptoms of heroin and...
Alcohol is often used alongside other illicit substances, leading some people to wonder what happens when you mix alcohol and cocaine. Cocaine mixed with alcohol can lead to dangerous, even life-threatening consequences due to the...