People who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are generally prescribed one of two medications to help them with their condition, either Vyvanse or Adderall. As a result, many patients are curious what the differences are in Vyvanse vs Adderall.
“Upper” and “downer” are slang terms that refer to the way a substance affects the central nervous system. Most drugs fall into one of the two categories. Uppers, also known as stimulants, are drugs that increase energy and alertness. They also raise blood pressure and heart rate. In contrast, downers, also known as depressants, have…
Watching movies about drug addiction can be a scary experience for some people. Not only do movies about drug addiction make viewers feel uncomfortable, but they also trigger emotions and memories that viewers can’t forget. But that’s okay. Because this list doesn’t just offer viewers a look at movies about drug addiction for their entertainment….
Family roles in addiction are present in even the most dysfunctional families since addiction is considered a family disease. Within any family unit, each individual has a certain job to do that keeps the family running smoothly and allows for equilibrium and harmony. When somebody in the family has a drug or alcohol issue, the…
What is Pseudoaddiction? Pseudoaddiction is the idea that a patient who has untreated chronic pain may behave in a way that mimics an addict’s behavior. The term was developed by the pharmaceutical industry in the 1990s to explain what they claimed was an epidemic of drug-seeking behavior caused by untreated pain rather than actual addiction….
Lori Arnold is a 61 year old material technician in Ohio, but thirty years ago she was the leader of a national drug ring, earning herself the title, ‘Queen of Meth’. When Lori was just 14 years old, she tried speed for the first time with her mom. Lori’s mother was already familiar with the…
Fentanyl is an extremely potent synthetic opioid painkiller. It’s usually used to treat patients with chronic cancer pain that is unresponsive to other measures. But this substance is also incredibly dangerous and addictive, leading the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to categorize it as one of the most dangerous drugs in existence at this moment. Although…
Heroin and pioid addiction has reached epidemic levels in the United States. In addition to the devastating effect opiate addiction has on the individual, it also has a devastating effect on the person’s friends and family members. Unfortunately, the family members of opiate addicts often feel as though they have no way of helping their…
It can be difficult to know if you need to go to rehab. You might be worried about financial costs and the long-term effects of treatment. However, an anonymous survey conducted by the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) found that 9 out of 10 people who completed a month of inpatient or outpatient…
Do you have a family member or friend who suffers from postpartum depression and/or substance addiction? Do you feel lost as to how to help them? If so, you’re not alone. It can be a very difficult and confusing time for anyone, regardless of their personal struggles. But, there are ways to support someone who…