Are you worried that your teenager might be addicted to the internet? Since teen internet addiction is so common and can potentially stunt growth, it’s important to catch it as soon as possible. But since almost every teenager in the country uses the internet, how can you tell the difference between regular use and internet…
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It’s likely that you’ve seen, heard of, or taken Robitussin before. Even though this common medicine can be found on the shelves of our local pharmacies, it may be more harmful than we realize if it isn’t used properly. So what would happen if you drank too much Robitussin? What Is Robitussin? Robitussin is…
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Is It Possible For This Prescription Medication to Cause Abuse and Addiction? What Is Trazodone? Trazodone is a prescription serotonin modulator that is used both as a low-dose hypnotic & a high-dose antidepressant to treat sleep disorders and mental health disorders like depression. It works by restoring the balance of serotonin & other chemicals…
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All prescription drugs have their own unique sets of side effects. While some medications can help with physical conditions, they may come with a risk of worsening or causing some mental health conditions. Gabapentin, for example, is very effective when it comes to preventing and easing the impact of seizures. But while it is improving…
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What It Means to Be Codependent The term “codependency” can define a few different things. Originally, the word was used to describe the partner of a person with an addiction. Now, the term can define any person who stays in an emotionally destructive, one-sided, or abusive relationship of any kind. Codependency is an emotional and…
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Chemical Imbalances & Anxiety Disorders What Does It Mean to Have A Chemical Imbalance? Someone has a chemical imbalance when they have too much or too little of any substance that helps the body function normally. In most cases, having a chemical imbalance means having an excessive or insufficient amount of neurotransmitters (serotonin, dopamine,…
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You’ve probably heard of the drug “Xanax” before. Some people have a Xanax prescription and use the medication responsibly without misusing it, while other individuals may use it illegally and/or become dependent on it. Xanax can be beneficial in some cases and potentially dangerous in others, so it is important to know what to expect…
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The question “is being an addict a choice?” is one you’ve likely heard before. You might already have your own opinion about the topic, but there is only one concrete answer. What Is Addiction? Addiction is a strong and uncontrollable compulsion to get and use substances such as alcohol, nicotine, over-the-counter drugs, prescription medications,…
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What Are Benzos? The term “benzos” is a shortened name for benzodiazepines, a type of central nervous system depressant. Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat conditions like alcohol withdrawal, anxiety, panic disorder, and seizures. While many people who take benzodiazepines use them for medical reasons, some individuals illegally purchase and abuse this type of drug. Some…
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A Comprehensive List of Natural & Synthetic Drugs Today, many of the illicit drugs that individuals use to achieve a “high” sensation are synthetic to increase pleasure and intensity. However, many of these synthetic substances come from natural drugs that can still be found on the earth today. So how do you know if…
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