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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 ...

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...

08 Oct

addiction, drug Addiction, Residential Addiction Treatment

Breakthrough Research: Common Medication May Hold Key to Slowing Aging

October 8, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Recent research has uncovered a surprising benefit of some commonly prescribed medications: the potential to slow aging. Now, drugs ori...

08 Oct

addiction, drug Addiction, Overdose

Is It an Overdose? Spot the Signs Now

September 20, 2024
By Gigi Price

Key Takeaways Recognize Overdose Signs Early: Knowing the signs can save someone’s life. Take Action Immediately: Learn what to...

24 Sep

Addiction Recovery, Detox, drug Addiction

What is Harm Reduction?

October 22, 2024
By Gigi Price

Introduction Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas to reduce negative consequences associated with substance ...

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