Both illicit and legal substances can be harmful when abused; however, not all drugs are created equally. While some substances merely impair, other drugs can have fatal consequences after only one use. Not only are all drugs different, but when it comes to illicit substances, the potency of one batch of drugs can vary from…
Medicaid drug rehabs in North Carolina provide low-income individuals with access to addiction and mental health care. These programs are accessible to Medicaid beneficiaries because they are administered by a Medicaid-managed care plan. More than two million people are covered by North Carolina Medicaid, the state’s health plan for low-income individuals, as of July 2018….
Many people wonder: Does addiction run in the family? In truth, addiction is influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics. It is true that certain individuals may have a genetic predisposition to substance use disorders (SUDs), which are defined as uncontrollable substance use despite negative consequences, but having a genetic predisposition does not mean…
In recent years, people have begun researching just how addiction changes the brain. Since the 1930s, researchers thought that addictive behavior was caused by a moral shortcoming or lack of willpower. They believed that if addicts were punished or encouraged to quit their habits, they would be able to overcome their problems. However, the scientific…
An investigation spanning seven months has finally come to a conclusion as nine people were arrested for intent to distribute the deadly opioid, fentanyl, in Western North Carolina. The Asheville Police Department, along with the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office, North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, and Drug Enforcement Agency made the arrests between March 4th…
Fentanyl is a highly potent opioid used to relieve acute and chronic pain. In its prescription form, fentanyl is approximately 100 times stronger than morphine and can be fatal if taken in large quantities or if it’s injected instead of administered through a patch or other device. Reducing the incidence of Fentanyl overdose deaths requires…
People tend to think of crack and cocaine as two very different drugs. After all, one is a white, powdery substance that you snort; the other is a dark and sticky substance that you smoke. But in reality, they’re actually quite similar. Both substances are variations of the same chemical — cocaine. However, there are…
Phencyclidine (PCP) is a recreational drug that has gained widespread popularity in the party scene. It is also known as ‘angel dust’ and ‘peace pill’. PCP is a dissociative drug which means it distorts senses and induces hallucinations. In high doses, it can be extremely dangerous for users because of its dissociative properties. If…
The kratom plant has been used as an herbal supplement for centuries. It has recently gained popularity in the United States and Europe as a natural remedy for anxiety, depression, and other conditions. But is kratom dangerous? Many people are unsure about whether it’s safe to use or not. Read on to learn more about…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drug addiction is a disease that affects almost 20 million Americans. And while it can affect anyone, there are certain locations that are more susceptible than others. If you’re considering moving to a new place, you may want to do some research on what that city…