When people talk about alcohol seizures, they usually mean alcohol withdrawal seizures. These are seizures (convulsions) that can occur 6 to 72 hours after a…
Molly, also known as Ecstasy or MDMA, is a synthetic (lab-made), psychoactive, hallucinogenic drug that enhances mood and tactile experiences, distorts time perception, and has…
Dependent personality disorder (DPD) is a type of personality disorder that causes feelings of helplessness, submissiveness, wanting to be cared for, needing constant reassurance, and…
Hydrocodone is a powerful prescription painkiller that is also highly addictive and commonly abused. How long hydrocodone stays in the system depends on various factors…
Prescription painkiller Vicodin has two active ingredients—an opioid drug hydrocodone and acetaminophen. It is used to treat severe pain but is widely misused and can…
Adderall is a prescription drug for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It comes in various strengths. The 7.5-mg IR (immediate release) is an…
When you’re not sure what a pill is, there are ways to find out. Online tools and resources can help you identify pills and find…
DMT (N,N-Dimethyltryptamine) is a powerful psychedelic that produces brief but intensely vivid hallucinations. Users report geometric patterns, entity encounters, and profound alterations in consciousness lasting…
The 12-Step program developed by Alcoholics Anonymous is the world’s most effective and widely available path to alcohol recovery. Research shows that AA participants achieve…
Deciding between inpatient and outpatient treatment is a key step in your recovery journey. Both can help with substance use disorders as well as mental…