Drug Addiction

Drug abuse and addiction can harm a person’s mental and physical health and cause widespread harm to entire communities. Some marginalized communities face higher rates of substance abuse and many challenges in getting the help they need to overcome addiction. This article will explore the barriers marginalized communities face when…

Buspirone is a medication that belongs to the anxiolytics drug class and is prescribed to lessen the symptoms of anxiety. One of the common brand names for buspirone is BuSpar.  Buspirone works by altering the amounts of certain neurotransmitters in your brain to cause feelings of relaxation and calmness.[1] This…

Methamphetamine, also known as meth, is an extremely potent stimulant that can lead to rapid dependency and addiction. According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA), “Among people aged 12 or older in 2021, 0.9% (or about 2.5 million people) reported using methamphetamine in the past 12 months.”[1] Most…

Benzodiazepines are a class of drugs that are primarily used to treat anxiety and seizure disorders. Some benzodiazepines may also be used to treat the symptoms of insomnia. While benzodiazepines have medicinal uses, they are known to be habit-forming and highly addictive.  Up to 20% of all benzodiazepine use qualifies…