Drug Addiction

Methadone is known for its role in treating opioid addiction. While methadone has positive effects, it also poses a risk of abuse and addiction, which can be harmful if not addressed. What is Methadone? Methadone is a synthetic opioid commonly used for pain relief and or as an addiction medicine…

Since the 1990s, the United States has been in the midst of an escalating opioid crisis. The first wave of the opioid crisis was defined by prescription opioid abuse (primarily OxyContin). The second wave of the opioid crisis was marked by heroin. The third, and current wave, of the crisis…

According to research, “Over one year, 27% of young adolescents reported thoughts of self-harm and 15% reported at least one act of self-harm.”[1] Trauma, depression, and other mental health conditions are extremely common. With the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen a rise in mental health conditions among young people and…

Ecstasy is a popular club drug that gives users a sense of euphoria and energy. Among people aged 12 or older in 2020, 0.9% (or about 2.6 million people) reported using the drug in the past 12 months.[1] But behind the pleasurable effects of ecstasy are hidden dangers and risks…