by Valiant | Jan 27, 2014 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse
There are many possible consequences of substance abuse and each user may experience different ones, depending on a wide range of factors involved in a specific case. The substance that is being abused will play a role in the consequences experienced, and the...
by Valiant | Jan 24, 2014 | Drug abuse, heroin use
Signs of heroin abuse are not always easy to spot if you do not know what to look for. Some of the more common signs of heroin abuse may include: Pupils which are constricted and smaller than normal Nodding off, which is a side effect caused by the sedation that...
by Valiant | Jan 20, 2014 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse
For the first time ever a worldwide survey has been conducted on drug use across the globe, and this survey uncovered some expected facts but also some that may be surprising. It is important to note that the survey conducted did not factor in any hallucinogen use or...
by Valiant | Jan 13, 2014 | Drug abuse, heroin use, relapse prevention
1. There is no typical heroin user. This drug is abused by all ages, economic levels, and professions, and the substance abuse is not always easy to spot in the beginning. 2. Overdose is just one of the risks with heroin use. This drug can also lead to liver disease,...
by Valiant | Jan 10, 2014 | Drug abuse, medical studies, Prescription drug abuse
A new video game has been developed that can help doctors identify patients who abuse prescription drugs, and this game may help save lives. The interactive game is based on research performed by Dr. Michael F. Fleming, associated with the Northwestern University...
by Valiant | Jan 6, 2014 | designer drugs, Drug abuse, Illegal drug production
This has caused many physicians to voice concerns that the use of this drug is on the rise again, and new advancements have made the drug more dangerous than ever. The newest form of MDMA is called Molly, and unlike the typical Ecstasy dose Molly comes in a powdered...
