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There are many different ways to use drugs. From snorting to smoking and intravenous injection, people have found creative ways to abuse substances. While any form of substance abuse is dangerous, some methods of use are more dangerous than others.  One of the most dangerous methods of drug abuse is…

Methamphetamine, better known as “crystal meth” or “meth,” is a psychostimulant drug that is sometimes prescribed under the brand name Desoxyn to treat ADHD and obesity.[1] However, the vast majority of meth use is illicit drug use that results from powdered or crystal meth on the streets. The National Institute…

“Can I have my cell phone during rehab?” It’s one of the most commonly asked questions that admissions coordinators get asked by prospective patients and their families--and that's understandable. In today’s world, we are constantly connected to our phones, other electronic devices, and each other. Some people even go as…

Valium is a brand name for the medication diazepam, a benzodiazepine that is prescribed to treat anxiety, insomnia, seizures, muscle spasms, and alcohol withdrawal. It may also be used in combination with other sedatives to calm and sedate people before medical surgery.[1]  Compared to other benzodiazepines, diazepam is a long-acting…