Drug Addiction

Psychosis causes you to lose touch with reality and experience a range of symptoms, including delusional thinking, hallucinations, and detachment from your thoughts, emotions, and surroundings.[1] If you have heard of psychosis, it was probably in the context of a mental health condition like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Unfortunately, there…

Benzodiazepines are a class of prescription drugs that decrease abnormal activity in the central nervous system. They are most often used to treat anxiety, insomnia, panic disorders, and seizure conditions. Benzodiazepines, while capable of managing these conditions, have a known reputation for being incredibly addictive. According to the National Library…

Tobacco products contain a naturally occurring chemical called nicotine. Nicotine is a stimulant, meaning it increases central nervous system (CNS) activity. It is highly addictive. People who use tobacco products may find it very challenging to stop using these products when they want to. Research has linked nicotine to several…

Marijuana is one of the most commonly abused substances in America. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 52.5 million people in the United States used marijuana in 2021.[1] Many people believe it is harmless, especially because it is used recreationally and medically in many states. While it…