Researchers report that geography and finances played a role in the rate of amphetamine, opioid use among pregnant women. New research points to the troubling rise of amphetamine and opioid use among pregnant mothers is on the rise, particularly in rural areas. The research, according to Forbes, was conducted by examining 47 million US deliveries… Continue reading Meth, Opioid Use Rises Among Pregnant Women
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Alcohol Poisoning
ARTICLE OVERVIEW:Alcohol poisoning usually occurs with binge drinking. It is a very serious and potentially fatal condition. We review symptoms and what to do in an emergency here. ESTIMATED READING TIME: 7 minutes. TABLE OF CONTENTS What Is Alcohol Poisoning? Causes Symptoms Alcohol Poisoning BAC Alcohol Poisoning Levels When to Call 911 Poisoning or Hangover?… Continue reading Alcohol Poisoning
How To Eat To Support Your Recovery
A breakdown of healthy foods to eat that will help rebuild the health of those in recovery. Getting clean and sober is a huge accomplishment, one that needs all the support it can get. The foods you eat can dramatically impact the quality of your sobriety, so choosing to eat for the health of your… Continue reading How To Eat To Support Your Recovery
Pete Davidson Gets Candid About Cyberbullying, Mental Health
Pete Davidson, who has been vocal about his mental health issues, penned a post on Instagram about the cyberbullying he has received due to his former relationship with Ariana Grande. Comedian and Saturday Night Live writer Pete Davidson is opening up about the online attacks he has fielded since his breakup with Ariana Grande, and… Continue reading Pete Davidson Gets Candid About Cyberbullying, Mental Health
Rapper Lil Xan Checks into Rehab
Lil Xan had announced in November that he intended to enter rehab but he had issues finding a bed in a treatment facility. Lil Xan has gone to rehab for the first time, according to an Instagram post penned by his girlfriend. Lil Xan, or Diego Leanos, is a 22-year-old rapper from the west coast… Continue reading Rapper Lil Xan Checks into Rehab
Dennis Quaid: "I Saw Myself Being Dead" During A Cocaine Binge
Dennis Quaid said in a recent interview that in the midst of his cocaine addiction he was doing two grams a day. Actor Dennis Quaid, who has said that he did cocaine almost daily during the ’80s, told The Sunday Times this week that during one binge he saw himself being dead, a frightening experience… Continue reading Dennis Quaid: "I Saw Myself Being Dead" During A Cocaine Binge
My Experience with Gabapentin Withdrawal
My gabapentin withdrawal symptoms included vertigo from the moment I woke up until about midday, hot flashes that rivaled menopause, daily migraines, and what I prefer to just call intestinal distress. I started taking gabapentin (generic form of Neurontin) in September 2017, a couple of weeks after Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico (where I live).… Continue reading My Experience with Gabapentin Withdrawal
Why Men May Be More Susceptible To Internet Gaming Disorder
A new study examined the brain scans of men and women with online gaming disorder to figure out if there were any notable differences. When it comes to issues with online gaming, men may be more likely to develop problematic habits than women. According to CNN, new research has revealed that in the brains of… Continue reading Why Men May Be More Susceptible To Internet Gaming Disorder
Can Pet Ownership Alleviate Depression Symptoms?
A new study examined the impact of pet ownership on people with treatment-resistant depression. It’s no secret that animals can bring people joy, but a new study indicates that adopting a pet could prove particularly beneficial for those with severe depression. The study, published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research, found that for those with… Continue reading Can Pet Ownership Alleviate Depression Symptoms?
Michael Bloomberg To Spend $50 Million to Fight Addiction
Michael Bloomberg wrote about his intentions to fight the opioid epidemic in the 10 states hit hardest by it in a recent op-ed. Former New York City mayor and billionaire Michael Bloomberg announced that he will spend $50 million to fight the opioid epidemic, focusing on 10 states that are hardest-hit by drug overdoses. “The… Continue reading Michael Bloomberg To Spend $50 Million to Fight Addiction