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10 Apr

Crystal Meth, drug Addiction, Drug Effects

What Are The Health Risks of Meth Contamination in My House?

March 17, 2025
By Gigi Price

Key Takeaways Meth contamination happens when a home has been used for methamphetamine production or smoking. Residue from meth...

08 Apr

Crystal Meth, drug Addiction, Drug Effects

Meth Mites, Meth Bugs, and Meth Sores: What Are They?

March 17, 2025
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Key Takeaways Meth mites, meth bugs, and meth sores are common symptoms of methamphetamine use. The sensation of bugs crawling ...

27 Mar

drug Addiction, Drug Effects

Pressed Ecstasy vs Molly: What’s The Difference?

March 10, 2025
By Gigi Price

Key Takeaways Ecstasy and molly both contain MDMA, a stimulant and hallucinogenic drug. Pressed ecstasy comes in pill form and ...

26 Feb

addiction, drug Addiction, Meth

Can Fish Like Trout Get ‘Hooked’ on Methamphetamine (Meth)?

February 26, 2025
By Gigi Price

Can Fish Like Trout Get 'Hooked' on Meth? Yes, studies have shown that fish can exhibit addiction behaviors similar to humans when exp...

18 Feb

addiction, drug Addiction, Drug Effects, Opioid Addiction, Overdose

Is The Synthetic Opioid Nitazenes More Potent Than Fentanyl?

January 27, 2025
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Key Takeaways Nitazenes are synthetic opioids that are up to 10 times more potent than fentanyl. These drugs, mixed into other ...

11 Feb

Cocaine Addiction, drug Addiction, Drug Effects

Cocaine-Induced Cardiac Arrhythmia & Heart Attacks

January 20, 2025
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Key Takeaways Cocaine use increases the risk of cardiac arrhythmia and heart attacks. Chronic cocaine use causes long-term dama...

16 Jan

addiction, drug Addiction, Drug Effects

Phenibut Withdrawal, Addiction, Doses, Detox, and Side Effects

December 30, 2024
By Gigi Price

Key Takeaways Phenibut is a calming agent but has high misuse potential. Withdrawal symptoms include anxiety, tremors, and seve...

14 Jan

addiction, Cannabinoid, Cannabis, drug Addiction, Drug Effects

What is Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)?

December 24, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Key Takeaways Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) is linked to long-term cannabis use. Symptoms include severe nausea, vomit...

26 Nov

addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Detox, drug Addiction, Drug Effects, Opioid Addiction

How Long Does Suboxone Stay in Your System?

December 30, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Suboxone Duration: What You Need to Know Suboxone, a prescription medication used in addiction treatment, is known for helping individ...

12 Nov

addiction, drug Addiction, Drug Effects, Synthetic Drugs

What Is the Party Drug Pink Cocaine AKA Tusi?

October 28, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Key Takeaways Pink cocaine, also known as Tusi or Tucibi, is a recreational drug used in party scenes but rarely contains actual c...

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