If you've ever thought, “They're just gummies, how bad could they be?” you're not alone. But the truth is, THC edibles like gummies can hit harder than people expect, sometimes turning a relaxed night into a trip to the ER.

Learn why combining Suboxone and benzodiazepines is risky, how it affects your body and mind, and what safe recovery steps can look like.

Ativan and Xanax both ease anxiety, but they differ in speed, duration, and addiction risk. Learn their effects and how to safely manage benzodiazepine use.

Addiction and substance use disorders (SUDs) are complex brain disorders characterized by compulsive drug-seeking behaviors. For decades, the myth that addiction is a lifetime sentence has left people feeling hopeless and permanently damaged, discouraging them from seeking treatment. The truth is that addiction is a treatable disease, and recovery from drug and alcohol abuse is possible.

Addiction, whether to drugs, alcohol, gambling, or shopping, is a disease that can be incredibly difficult to break. While all substance use disorders (SUDs) are challenging to overcome, some drugs are harder to quit than others. Some of the most addictive substances are heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, alcohol, and nicotine.

Tizanidine, a commonly prescribed muscle relaxer, while effective for its intended use, has been associated with a risk of misuse and dependence. Like many other prescription medications, when mixed with alcohol, CNS depressants, or tobacco products, muscle relaxers can have dangerous interactions.

Substance use disorders (SUDs) are complex brain disorders that require personalized care and holistic treatments to address the physical and psychological aspects of addiction. With the latest advancements in drug and alcohol addiction treatment, rehab and recovery are becoming more accessible and effective than ever before.

The White Lotus series on HBO captivates audiences with its satirical commentary, intricate character dynamics, and luxurious settings, yet one subtle but powerful theme is often overlooked—addiction. This HBO series highlights a character's struggles with drug dependency and addiction, particularly lorazepam (Ativan).

Winter illnesses, such as the flu (influenza), common cold, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and pneumonia can be hidden triggers for substance abuse. Being sick affects both physical and mental health and well-being, and certain factors related to sickness can contribute to drug and alcohol use and addiction emergence.

The opioid crisis and the rise in drug overdose deaths are an ongoing significant public health concern worldwide. With proper education and immediate action, many overdose incidents and fatalities can be prevented and lives saved. Understanding the steps to take when responding to a drug overdose is critical for families, healthcare providers, and communities.

Individuals with clinical depression and addiction find themselves in a vicious cycle of using drugs and alcohol to cope with emotional pain. What starts as an unhealthy coping mechanism or attempt to self-medicate, in turn, exacerbates the symptoms of both conditions.

Cocaine use is associated with a range of health risks, such as heart attacks, strokes, overdose, addiction, and seizures. One of the lesser-known dangers of cocaine lies right on the surface—your skin. While cocaine's internal damage is significant and life-threatening, its effects on skin health and facial appearance are often overlooked.