Adderall is a combination medication for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy, or major depressive disorder (MDD). It is classified as a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant. When used as prescribed, this medication can help you to stay focused, feel alert and pay attention. It’s also a drug that is commonly abused. Because its stimulating qualities …
What is lean drink but the house party drug of choice? It mixes promethazine and codeine-containing cough syrup with a carbonated soda. Most importantly, it’s an addictive substance with a high overdose risk and potential addiction. Call 844.875.5609 to speak with someone from the knowledgeable team at Promises Behavioral Health about what lean is and …
When a parent is an alcoholic or struggling with another type of addiction, the children suffer. If you had an alcoholic parent, learning to forgive isn’t easy. Maybe you were abused verbally, emotionally, or physically. Perhaps you had to take on more responsibilities than a child should, like caring for a younger sibling. It may …
How long does it take to recover from alcoholism? Alcohol abuse affects the brain, the body, and the mind, causing changes that impact behavior and the physical and emotional well-being of its victims. For these reasons, recovering from alcohol addiction is an immense challenge for anyone. If you or someone you love struggles with alcoholism, …
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When you hear the words “alcoholic mother,” you already have an upsetting and confusing mental image. Mothers should be nurturing, caring individuals, not falling-down drunks. How can the two possibly go together? The sad reality is that alcoholism knows no gender boundaries. A woman can, therefore, be an alcoholic and a mother simultaneously. There are …
Boozing and schmoozing on the job was once a staple of white-collar America, and offering a drink to visiting clients was a part of doing business. While the days of having a bar in the office or a bottle in the file drawer may no longer be acceptable in the modern office, drinking with work …
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What are the dangers of mixing Xanax and alcohol? Combining these two substances can have severe and potentially fatal consequences. If you or someone you know makes it a habit to mix substances—specifically Xanax and alcohol—you may want to consider enrollment in an alcohol rehab program. Call 844.875.5609 to speak with someone from Promises Behavioral …
Cocaine overdose can happen to a chronic cocaine abuser or someone trying it for one night. That’s why it’s so important to know how to recognize the symptoms of cocaine overdose—and where the nearest cocaine rehab center is in your area. Call 844.875.5609 to speak with someone from Promises Behavioral Health about spotting cocaine overdose …
If you or a loved one are struggling with opioid addiction, seek professional help. Call 844.875.5609 to speak with someone from Promises Behavioral Health about how opioid use can affect your looks, how to spot signs of opioid use, and how our opioid addiction treatment program throughout the United States can help you or a …
Of all the drugs that alter a person’s looks, methamphetamine (meth) causes the most overt visible signs of abuse. So how does meth affect your looks? While meth sores and meth rash are common indicators of abusing the drug, many other physical and physiological changes are seen in long-term users. Call 844.875.5609 to speak with …