The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) found nearly 15 million people have Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). AUD occurs when someone cannot stop drinking, even if they know …
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Most Abused Prescription Drugs | Vicodin, Codeine, & Adderall
by Pat Fontanaby Pat FontanaMedications prescribed by a physician are intended to treat a specific condition or illness. When that prescription is abused, it can cause great harm including severe side effects. The most …
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Opioids are often associated with the crisis that has grown in this country with addiction and overdoses. However, opioids can be used properly to manage your pain, when prescribed by …
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Case Study: Buprenorphine/Naloxone for Opioid Use Disorder
by Pat Fontanaby Pat FontanaFor people addicted to opioids, treatment involving buprenorphine and naloxone has proven effective. The combination has been studied by a number of researchers who have found that buprenorphine/naloxone for opioid …
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Lung Cancer and Addiction | November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
by Pat Fontanaby Pat FontanaThe month of November has been designated as a time to raise awareness about lung cancer, including ways to prevent it and methods for treating it. Lung Cancer Awareness Month …
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SSRIs are commonly used to treat depression and anxiety. SSRI stands for Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor. Although an SSRI can be very helpful in its intended purpose, attempting to stop …
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When you suffer from chronic pain, everyday life can be challenging. Medications can help, but can also have dangerous, and sometimes devastating, consequences. Learning how to manage chronic pain appropriately …
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What are Designer Drugs? | Worrying International Trend Emerges
by Pat Fontanaby Pat FontanaDrugs that are legally produced and properly regulated can often be misused or abused. When a drug is produced illegally and not monitored for safety, it can cause serious issues, …
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A growing number of states are legalizing the use of marijuana, either for personal or medical use. As of January 2020, recreational and medical marijuana is now legal in 11 …
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Many prescription medications come with warnings of side effects. Although they are designed to help you with a physical or mental issue, your prescriptions can sometimes cause other issues that …