In beverages, alcohol has occupied a significant space in various cultures, celebrations and social events. However, there’s a fine line between moderate drinking and alcohol abuse. The latter, a pressing societal concern, has profound implications on an individual’s holistic well-being. Use of alcoholic beverages to excess, either on individual occasions (“binge drinking”) or as a […]
In today’s fast-paced world, weekends and parties are often synonymous with letting loose and for many, this means indulging in alcoholic beverages. While an occasional drink might seem harmless, binge drinking is a hazardous form of alcohol consumption that can have dire consequences. Let’s unravel the reality behind binge drinking, its impacts and the questions […]
Understanding the Intersection of Mental Illness and Substance Abuse The relationship between mental health and substance use cannot be overstated. When they coexist, the diagnosis is referred to as “dual diagnosis,” a complex condition that intertwines the symptoms of mental illness with those of drug or alcohol addiction. This article delves into what dual diagnosis […]
Alcohol can be a physically addictive substance, causing alcohol dependency (addiction to alcohol). When a person suffers from alcoholism their physical body experiences withdrawal symptoms when they stop drinking alcohol. Alcohol withdrawal is range of symptoms which occurs when heavy drinkers or those who are alcohol dependent stop drinking. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms range from nausea, itching and […]
Opiate intoxication is a critical medical emergency resulting from an overdose of opiate drugs, posing severe health risks due to its overwhelming impact on the central nervous system. This condition can lead to respiratory depression and potentially death, especially if opiate use resumes after a period of abstinence, reducing the user’s tolerance or if a […]
Drug abuse is more correctly referred to by the medical profession as substance abuse but for the ordinary person drug abuse gives a clearer picture for many of the common drugs. Drug abuse occurs when drugs are used for pleasure in an addictive way. What starts off as an experiment soon becomes and addiction and […]
Drug withdrawal refers to the symptoms that may be experienced when a drug addict who takes drugs suddenly stops takes drugs. Drug withdrawal is usually seen in adults but also occurs in teenagers and occasionally children. Drug Withdrawal usually occurs within 6-24 hours after the last fix and may last as long as one week […]
