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Woman wondering, "Can you overdose on DMT?"

Can You Overdose on DMT?

A growing interest in N, N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT) has led to questions about whether you can overdose on it. Unfortunately, many people think that DMT is safe because it is derived from a plant. Like many other plant-derived substances, DMT poses several health risks. Promises offers addiction treatment programs to help with DMT misuse.  Call Promises …

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What Are The Signs of Kava Abuse?

Kava is a popular supplement known for its body-relaxing and anxiety-reducing effects, but it has the potential to be addictive. What are the signs of kava abuse? Learn more about kava and get help by turning to our addiction treatment programs at Promises. Call us today at 844.875.5609. What Is Kava? Kava is a substance …

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A man wondering, "What are the signs of laxative abuse?"

What Are The Signs of Laxative Abuse?

Laxatives can be helpful when dealing with constipation issues, but for people with eating disorders like bulimia and anorexia, they can be harmful tools that worsen mental health concerns. But what are the signs of laxative abuse exactly? Turn to Promises today for mental health and addiction treatment programs by calling us at 844.875.5609. Understanding …

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A man wondering, "What are hypnic jerks?"

What Are Hypnic Jerks?

Hypnic jerks can be a distressing problem. People often wonder what might be the source and whether they can get rid of this uncomfortable symptom. For many, this condition results from underlying substance use problems. If that’s the case for you, the addiction treatment programs at Promises may help. Call 844.875.5609 to learn more about …

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A man wondering, "What Is DMT?"

What Is DMT?

DMT is a powerful hallucinogenic drug that causes intense visual and auditory hallucinations, altered perception of time, and changes in thought processes. It is a drug that contains dimethyltryptamine, a hallucinogenic compound derived from plants that occur naturally. DMT is a Schedule I drug, which makes it illegal to produce, sell, or possess in most …

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Signs of Meloxicam Abuse

Meloxicam is a prescription drug that belongs to the group of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is usually prescribed to relieve pain, inflammation, and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. However, like any other prescription medication, meloxicam can be abused for recreational purposes. Despite its known dangers, the problem of meloxicam abuse has continued …

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Man worried about the connection between PTSD and substance abuse

What is The Connection Between PTSD and Substance Abuse?

Up to two-thirds of people struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have an addiction as a co-occurring disorder. The connection between PTSD and substance abuse is well-known in the mental health community. In fact, people struggling with PTSD are four times more likely to develop addictions than peers without mental health problems. If you or …

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