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Exercising During Detox

During the first few days of detoxing from your former drug of choice, you probably won't feel like exercising. After all, the symptoms from withdrawal can be pretty severe and include body aches, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue and others. While... Read more

Reasons To Go To Residential Rehab

The obvious reason to check into a substance abuse rehabilitation center is to get intensive, around the clock assistance with giving up drugs. There are several other benefits with residential rehab as opposed to outpatient treatment or meetings onl... Read more

Who Does My Drug Use Effect?

The decision to use drugs, if you are an adult, is pretty much up to you. But you may be at a place in life where you are not as sure of that decision as you used to be. Whether you are an addict or a recreational user, the way your drug use impacts ... Read more

Is Adderall Addictive?

Adderall abuse among high school and college students has been reported nationwide. Unlike some of the other abused drugs on the street, this medication does have a clear medical purpose. It is an Amphetamine combined with Dextroamphamine, and it is ... Read more

What are Psychedelic Mushrooms And Are They Illegal?

You may have heard friends talking about doing psychedelic mushrooms and have wondered what they are all about. Psychedelic mushrooms are a specific kind of mushroom that contain something called psilocybin. They also contain a tiny amount of a secon... Read more

What is Rapid Detox?

Rapid detox is the street name for a controversial medical procedure in which an opiate addict is taken through a detox process in a matter of hours. Always talk to a medical professional when exploring rapid detox as an option. Knowing the pros and ... Read more

Will the Police tell me if these are drugs I found in my house?

You found suspicious looking pills or other possible drugs in your house or car. Will the police identify them for you? In many cities the answer is yes but the way you approach it can reduce potential problems. Only an attorney should advise you abo... Read more

The Difference Between Enabling and Empowering An Addict

You love an addict. Whether you want him or her to go to rehab or it's already happened that person is coming home, you may be struggling with how much help to provide. At first glance, the difference between enabling and empowering can be hard to de... Read more