Drug Addiction

Adderall is a prescription medication that is prescribed to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).[1] Adderall contains amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, two central nervous system stimulants that improve focus and soothe impulsivity by increasing dopamine and norepinephrine in your brain. While this medication is highly effective in treating ADHD, it is also…

Marijuana is one of the most widely consumed psychoactive substances in America. The chemical compound responsible for the psychoactive effects of marijuana is known as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). While there are over 100 types of cannabinoids produced by the marijuana plant, delta 9 THC is the substance that produces the traditional…

Heroin abuse and addiction can derail a person’s life, and overcoming it requires professional treatment. There are two common forms of heroin: the white powder many imagine when they think of heroin, and black tar heroin. Both forms of the drug can seriously harm a person’s health, safety, and relationships.…

Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant that causes changes in mood, drowsiness, and slurred speech. Many people find the effects of alcohol to be relaxing and pleasurable, causing them to abuse the substance frequently. Unfortunately, alcohol abuse can quickly lead to addiction.  If you or a loved one abuses…