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Meth Sores on Face and Body

The effects of using meth can be quite extreme. One such effect is getting meth sores on the skin—mostly on the arms, chest, face, and lips. Skin sores are just one overt sign of how toxic the substance meth is. It can have a devastating…
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Signs of Fentanyl Poisoning

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Fentanyl has become a tragic daily news item. Learn about this dangerous drug and the signs of fentanyl poisoning. The rising tide of drug overdose deaths in the U.S. is now led by fentanyl. In most of these cases, the person had no knowledge…
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How Long Does Methadone Withdrawal Last

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Maybe you’ve been on MAT with methadone after treatment for heroin addiction, or maybe methadone was your drug of choice. Either way, you want off this drug and may wonder, “how long does methadone withdrawal last?” Methadone is an…
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Delirium tremens hallucinations

What Are Delirium Tremens Hallucinations?

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What Are Alcohol Hallucinations Like? If you are seeking help for an alcohol use disorder, you may wonder, “What are delirium tremens hallucinations?” Read on to learn about alcohol detox symptoms and risks. Taking that first brave step…
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Can You Force Someone into Rehab?

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If you are concerned about a loved one’s addiction, learn if you can force someone into rehab. It is truly heartbreaking to stand by and witness a loved one destroy their life with drugs or alcohol. It seems that no matter which tactic…
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The Combination of Other Depressants and Alcohol

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What Happens When Alcohol is Mixed With a Depressant? The combination of other depressants and alcohol is a recipe for overdose. Learn about the dangers of mixing depressants and alcohol. It may seem harmless at first. You struggle with…
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Alcoholic Eyes Symptoms

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Does Alcohol Affect Your Eyes? “Alcoholic eyes” is a catchall term that refers to the adverse effects of alcoholism on eyesight and eye health. Most people have heard about the negative health effects of heavy drinking. We know that…
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The Dangers of Snorting Adderall

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What Happens If You Snort Adderall? It is well known that Adderall is addictive, but the dangers of snorting Adderall only increase the risks of this drug. It may have started as an innocent attempt to do better in school. The news got out…
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Can you die from heroin withdrawal

Can You Die from Heroin Withdrawal

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Can You Die From Heroin Withdrawal? You may have read that you can die from heroin withdrawal. Can you? In most cases, the answer is no, but there are complications that could result in death. Someone battling a heroin addiction may be ready…
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Ritalin Withdrawal Symptoms and Timeline

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Abuse of Ritalin can result in a substance use disorder. Learn what to expect during Ritalin detox and withdrawal. Most people with school-aged kids have heard about the drug Ritalin. This drug is prescribed to children with ADHD, which affects…
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