Blog

Amphetamines are stimulant drugs that speed up activity in your central nervous system. Many amphetamines are used medicinally to treat conditions like attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).[1] Examples of prescription amphetamines include Adderall, Dexdedrine, Vyvanse, and Desoxyn. While most amphetamines are legal with a prescription, there are illicit forms of these…

Eating disorders are one of the most common mental health conditions in America. In fact, 20 million women and 10 million men in America struggle with an eating disorder at some point in their lives.[1] The most common types of eating disorders include anorexia nervosa and bulimia.  Even further, eating…

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine.[1] This drug is primarily used as a medication for severe pain or for patients with chronic pain who have become tolerant to other forms of opioid medications. However, fentanyl has made its way into…

Addiction affects millions of Americans each year. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 48.7 million people struggled with addiction in 2022. Oftentimes, addiction stems from underlying mental health issues that are causing difficulties in one’s daily life. They might begin abusing drugs or alcohol as…