What Happens When You Mix Weed and Antidepressants?
Marijuana, or cannabis, is also known as weed. It is a psychoactive drug that is made from Cannabis sativa (or Cannabis indica) plants. THC, which is the main psychoactive component in marijuana, can be smoked or extracted from the plant. The extracted oil can then be smoked or consumed orally. What does marijuana do to […]
Bath Salts vs. Meth
Bath salts are synthetic cathinones found in the khat plants. Methamphetamine, a stimulant with addictive properties, travels through the central nervous systems. Both drugs can cause dependence and increase the risk of overdose. If you notice signs of dependence, it is important to seek meth addiction treatment or bath salt addiction treatment. It is important […]
The Impact of Heroin Addiction on Mothers and Children
A crisis falling by the wayside The COVID-19 pandemic is a major concern, but it also highlights a very real and preexisting problem: the opioid crisis. Every year, thousands die from heroin overdose. This can also lead to babies being born addicted and their parents being separated. It is important to acknowledge that you are […]
Does Marijuana Kill Brain Cells?
You may be asking, “Does marijuana kill brain cells?” The simple answer is that we don’t know. There is not enough research on the subject to definitively conclude that marijuana does or does not cause neurons (cells in the brain responsible for relaying electrical signals that allow the brain to function) to erode. Still, there […]
Risks of MDMA & Breastfeeding
MDMA, also known as Molly, or ecstasy is a synthetic drug that acts like a stimulant and produces energizing results. This addictive drug is known as 3,4-Methylenedioxy-methamphetamine. Hallucinogens can make people addicted because they cause a rush and an euphoric feeling. Although pregnant women shouldn’t experiment with hallucinogens, there are many instances when they can […]
What Are the Effects of Club Drugs?
First, let’s clarify what club drugs are. Club drugs are also known as designer drugs. They are psychoactive substances that are used in bars, nightclubs and concerts. However, they can also be found at other social settings such as music festivals. Club drugs can cause serious injury, death, and illness. Examples of club drugs include […]
Is PCP a Designer Drug?
Club drugs, also known as designer drugs, are substances created by altering the chemical structure of an existing drug that is usually used for recreational purposes. To avoid legal detection, designer drugs such as bath salts constantly change their names and ingredients. Designer drugs like bath salts have become more popular over the years and […]
How to Tell if Weed Is Synthetic
Anyone buying marijuana must know how to identify synthetic weed. Although synthetic marijuana produces similar side effects to cannabis, there are some differences. Because it was difficult to study cannabinoids due to regulations and legal issues, scientists created synthetic marijuana. Artificial weed is also known as Spice, Black Mamba, Spice, or Spice. These chemicals can […]
Can You Snort Ecstasy?
What is Ecstasy? MDMA, 3,4 methylenedioxymethamphetamine is a synthetic, psychoactive drug. This drug affects the brain’s neuronal cells that use serotonin to send and receive signals throughout the body and brain. The regulation of mood, sleep, pain sensitivity, and mood is all dependent on serotonin. Some people may also take Ecstasy in liquid form. Some […]
Is There a Connection Between Porn Addiction and Substance Abuse?
Although you may associate “addiction” with alcohol and drugs, it can also refer to other compulsive behaviors such as pornography and other sexual behaviors. Pornography can be as addictive as substance use, and both the effects and processes of these addictions are similar. They are actually so similar that people often use the same behavior […]
