Drug Addiction

Ecstasy is the nickname for MDMA, a synthetic or man-made drug that produces a euphoric, energetic, and sometimes hallucinogenic high.[1] Because of the psychedelic effects that ecstasy can cause, it is often taken with drugs like LSD.  MDMA was originally used therapeutically to help people recover from depression, intimacy issues,…

Addiction to any type of substance can lead to an array of adverse effects, including the development of physical and mental health conditions. However, stimulant substances are one of the most commonly abused drugs, next to opioids and alcohol. According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, stimulant drugs were…

Klonopin is the brand name for a prescription benzodiazepine called clonazepam. Clonazepam is often prescribed to treat anxiety conditions like panic disorder or to manage seizures.[1] While Klonopin is effective in treating these conditions, it is known to be habit-forming and addictive.  Up to 17.2% of all people who use…

Many people who abuse drugs progress from smoking or snorting to intravenous (IV) drug use. Intravenous drug use is the act of injecting a substance directly into your veins. This is the most dangerous method of administration when it comes to abusing any type of drug. According to the World…