Kava is a supplement that people have been using for at least a thousand years to treat insomnia, promote relaxation, and manage anxiety, but is it as beneficial as it appears, or is kava addictive? At Promises, we offer addiction treatment programs to help you with any type of substance use disorder you have. Contact […]
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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 888.483.7451. Understanding
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When you imagine drugs that people abuse, your mind might not jump to laxatives. However, if you’re struggling with an eating disorder, laxative abuse might be part of it. Addiction treatment programs that focus on eating disorders can help you break free. But exactly what is laxative abuse? If you’re ready to set yourself free
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Some dangerous drugs are made from legal ingredients that make their access much easier. One of these is called lemons or lemon drops. But what is a lemon drug slang for? Find out about this and get help by turning to addiction treatment programs like those we offer at Promises. Call us 888.483.7451 today. What
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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 888.483.7451 to learn more about
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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
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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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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Everyone who drinks alcohol or goes out with friends who drink should know the symptoms of alcohol poisoning. People commonly drink too much, whether they misjudge their ability to handle alcohol or consume too many drinks too quickly. Understanding when alcohol consumption goes too far can save a life, even your own. If you or
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For decades, many educators, medical professionals, and addiction specialists have spoken of the theory of the gateway drug. The definition of a gateway drug is a drug that leads to use of more dangerous and addictive substances. Under this definition, marijuana, alcohol, and prescription medications are the most common substances labeled as gateway drugs. As
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