Drug Addiction

Recreational use of a hallucinogenic drug called N-Dimethyltryptamine (DMT) has been steadily increasing in the United States since the early 2000s. But what are the side effects and risks of this potent illicit drug? And what treatments are effective in helping people safely stop using it? At the Mandala Healing…

Xanax is the brand name for a benzodiazepine medication called alprazolam.[1] While this medication is effective in treating anxiety and seizure disorders, it is highly habit-forming and addictive. Because Xanax can provide feelings of euphoria, calmness, and intoxication, many people abuse their prescriptions or buy Xanax from dealers on the…

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…