Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
Drinking during pregnancy can cause fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) when the fetus and developing baby are exposed to alcohol. This condition can occur from any amount of alcohol consumed while pregnant. Moreover, understanding FASD,...
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Is Hydrocodone Addictive?
Opioids such as heroin and fentanyl are widely recognized as dangerous, addictive substances. Do these risks also apply to all other opioids, including those that are frequently prescribed to treat common medical conditions? For example,...
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Xanax: Side Effects and Uses
Xanax is one of the most frequently prescribed psychiatric medications in the United States. When used as directed, it can be both safe and effective – but misuse can put a person at increased risk...
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Drug-Induced Rhabdomyolysis
One of the potential adverse side effects of substance use disorders and prescription drug misuse is drug-induced rhabdomyolysis. This can be a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical treatment. By learning more about this condition,...
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Snorting Tramadol: Effects and Health Risks
Tramadol is a type of synthetic opioid that is medically prescribed to help treat pain. As with other prescription opioids, there is a risk of misuse, dependence, and addiction. One way that people misuse this...
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Prescription Drug Take Back Day
When you have prescription drugs you no longer need or take, it is vital to dispose of them properly. Leaving them sitting in your medicine cabinet can increase the risk of medication theft by friends...
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Alcohol Awareness Month 2025
Alcohol Awareness Month 2025 is currently underway. Learn more about the importance of this month, why it is necessary, and how you can participate. What is Alcohol Awareness Month? Alcohol Awareness Month is an annual...
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Why Does Alcohol Make Me Angry?
Your friends always seem to enjoy themselves when they’ve had a few drinks. But when you consume alcohol, your mood plummets and your actions become erratic and even threatening. To break this problematic behavior pattern,...
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Soma Withdrawal & Detox: Symptoms & Timelines
When taken as prescribed, Soma helps relieve pain caused by muscle injuries and spasms. However, like other prescription painkillers, there is a risk of misuse and illicit use, which can lead to dependence and eventual...
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Anxiolytic Dependence
Anxiolytic may not be a well known word, but it describes medications that millions of people take every day. As with most prescription drugs, these meds can cause a range of unpleasant side effects, including...
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