Dopamine deficiency occurs when dopamine levels are chronically low, which may lead individuals to seek alternative methods for achieving pleasure and reward. This mechanism can fuel drug and alcohol abuse and, eventually, the development of a substance use disorder (SUD).

Drug and alcohol dependence and self-esteem issues often co-occur, as both can exacerbate one another. Individuals with low self-esteem may seek out drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism. In contrast, those with existing substance abuse issues may struggle with self-esteem as a result of their dependence.

Chroming, a dangerous new social media trend involving inhaling hazardous chemicals and substances, has devasted communities around the globe. Inhalant abuse is the practice of inhaling or "huffing" chemical vapors found in household and workplace items to get a temporary high. Chroming addiction has particularly affected younger populations, resulting in dependence, severe health risks, and even death.

Muscle-building drugs, such as anabolic steroids, SARMs, and growth hormones, are often used as a shortcut to gaining muscle mass quickly. The use of appearance and performance-enhancing drugs (APEDs) has become highly normalized, particularly among the fitness community and active individuals. However, these drugs can lead to a range of severe health and psychological issues, including drug addiction.

Studies show that men are more likely to use illicit drugs than women, resulting in more drug-related emergencies and overdose deaths in men. Ecstasy, also known as Molly or MDMA, produces stimulant and psychoactive effects that impact women and men in different ways.

From the constant demands of everyday life, social media, and work, it can be challenging to find moments of calm. We live in an anxiety-driven world, with anxiety disorders being the world's most common mental health disorder, affecting 40 million adults in the US.

Drug and alcohol addiction can affect individuals from all walks of life, but certain professions are at a higher risk of substance abuse. The demanding nature and high-stress environments of some jobs, as well as accessibility to substances, can all increase the chances of addiction.

Devil's breath, in powder form, has become a recreational drug of use as a hallucinogen and for predatory purposes. The devil's breath can cause hallucinations and hypnosis, which for this purpose, has been used for criminal activities such as sexual assault, robberies, and rape.

"Sober October" is an emerging global initiative that began as a fundraising campaign for Macmillan Cancer Support in the UK. While this is considered a month-long challenge, it can represent a revolutionary approach to combating heavy alcohol consumption and dependence.

The term "California sober" is emerging as a popular yet controversial trend in the world of substance abuse recovery. Individuals in addiction recovery, as well as celebrities and others not in recovery, are weighing in on this approach to being 'semi-sober.' While some view it as an alternative path to sobriety, many view it as a potential risk for relapse.