As more and more states legalize marijuana, it not only becomes more popular but more common and readily available. While still not as readily available as alcohol, it has become nearly as popular among people of all ages.
Methamphetamine, more commonly known as meth, is one of the most addictive substances available today. While it can have legitimate medical uses, specifically to treat ADHD and obesity, it is more commonly used and abused as a street drug due to its capacity for intense highs.
Caffeine is frequently the sidekick that gets you through early mornings, late-night study sessions, and everything in-between.
Whether it’s drinking alcohol while taking prescription medications, or taking two different types of drugs to counter or intensify each other, polydrug use is a serious issue. It is also a dangerous one, with combined drug intoxication (or CDI) being one of the leading causes of overdose deaths.
The pain medication known as fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that has gained notoriety due to its high potency and potential for abuse. It is considered to be one of the most dangerous drugs available for consumption, with a significant risk for addiction, drug overdoses, and overdose.
Social media, in some form or another, has impacted society exponentially for the better part of two decades. Many who use it find that their brains are re-wired to function a certain way. Most individuals who use social media spend hours on end consuming content and media. This has a detrimental impact on the brain’s reward system; in extreme cases, this has been linked to substance abuse.
