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What happens when you snort cocaine?
Snorting cocaine causes a euphoric rush to the head and can lead to addiction. But what are the exact dangers of abusing ...
Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs): How do you identify at-risk patients?
What can Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs) do to protect patients’ susceptible to prescription opioid abus ...
Hydrocodone detox
Hydrocodone detox is a set of interventions used to manage acute intoxication and withdrawal symptoms from hydrocodone. ...
Marijuana Addiction Treatment
Marijuana is maybe the most popular drug, and it's introduced to a lot of people at an early age. But, is marijuana addi ...
Cost of cocaine addiction (INFOGRAPHIC)
A $100 daily cocaine habit can end up costing you 36.5K in a year. Wondering about the real costs to your wallet and our ...
When does heroin kick in?
The time it takes for heroin to kick in depends on the way it is taken. Heroin effects are usually felt within seconds a ...
Is a woman’s addiction so different? Treating women with substance use disorders (BOOK REVIEW)
Are you a therapist looking for a practical workbook to help you when working with groups of women? Check out this manua ...
What if a drug addict relapses during treatment?
In this article, Dr. Walton will discuss strategies that minimize risk of relapse during the treatment process. More tip ...
Why is Harm Reduction important?
The stigma on sharing needles or using naloxone can cause unnecessary overdoses. More on what Harm Reduction is and why ...