Cocaine is a widely abused drug, with 5.5 million Americans using the substance in 2018. Cocaine is a powder substance derived from the coca plant that produces extreme euphoria and heightened energy. Crack cocaine, however, is a rock-like substance that derives from cocaine. Because of this, crack and cocaine are very similar. Out of the …
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Michael Herbert
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that many individuals suffer from in America. Many people begin struggling with ADHD during early childhood, however, adults can be diagnosed with ADHD as well. This condition causes difficulty concentrating and problems with impulse control, which can severely affect an individual’s ability to function in daily life. …
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Michael Herbert
16 million adults (8% of all adults) experience chronic back pain in the United States. Chronic back pain can be excruciating, causing many individuals to become limited in their daily activities. Because of this, many individuals go to their doctors looking for a solution. Oftentimes, they are given a prescription for narcotic pain medication. While …
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Michael Herbert
People have been taking magic mushrooms since the late 50’s to have psychedelic experiences. These psychoactive fungi cause extreme hallucinations, euphoria, laughter, and deep thinking. People describe the effects of magic mushrooms as a “trip”. While some people view the effects of these mushrooms as a spiritual experience, they can cause an array of adverse …
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Michael Herbert
When a parent is abusing alcohol, the whole family becomes affected. Whether you are a young child, teenager, or adult child living in the family home, alcoholic parents can have a huge impact on your life. Constantly worrying about your parent’s health, safety, and behavior is emotionally exhausting and heartbreaking to deal with. If your …
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Michael Herbert
Heroin is an illicit opioid drug that is derived from poppy plants. Individuals who abuse heroin become addicted to it very quickly, as it produces a rush of pleasure and euphoria. However, heroin produces an array of adverse health effects and can be very detrimental to an individual’s life. Oftentimes, when people think of heroin …
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Michael Herbert
Oftentimes, people view addiction as a personal experience that only affects the individual struggling with substance abuse. Addiction does cause devastating effects to the user’s health and overall quality of life, it also affects their family members. When a person is struggling with drug addiction, their behavior will change radically. This can create tension and …
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Michael Herbert
