Drug and alcohol use is dangerous on all accounts. Still, combining ketamine and alcohol can lead to an increasing risk of developing urinary tract issues, memory loss, slowed breathing, coma, and death. Overdose symptoms from combining these substances include...
Many people believe the long-time misconception that the use of alcohol helps with relaxation and promotes sleep. Unfortunately, reaching out for a drink to feel sleepy, thinking it will solve their sleep problem, often leads to more than one drink. Frustrations can...
Opioid abuse (both illicit and prescription opioids) and pregnancy can occur quickly with the misuse of prescription medication. Furthermore, illicit opioid use during pregnancy is a contributing factor to congenital disabilities and dangerous physical and mental...
When it comes to drinking while pregnant, The Centers for Disease Control states there is no known safe amount of alcohol use during pregnancy. It is imperative for women thinking of becoming pregnant to stop drinking alcohol, and at no time during pregnancy is it...
After the decision to seek help for a substance use disorder, detoxification is the first process in the treatment plan. Medication-assisted treatment, when available, offers some relief in lessening the severity of uncomfortable and sometimes severe withdrawal...
Light to moderate alcohol consumption for social or relaxation purposes is often considered acceptable and enjoyable. In addition, a specific population also does not use alcohol at all for moral or health reasons. Then on the other end of the spectrum is a population...
