Category: Substance Abuse

What to Expect with Medical Detoxification

By Phil Kosanovich on April 26, 2024

Medical detox in addiction rehabilitation marks the initial phase of recovery from substance abuse, but what happens during detox? Detox involves the removal of the substance to allow the body to expel accumulated toxins and recover. Withdrawal symptoms, resulting from this process, vary based on factors like substance type, individual health, and duration of abuse. […]

How Long Do Amphetamines or Speed Stay in Your System?

By Phil Kosanovich on March 21, 2024

Amphetamines or Speed can be detected in urine for up to four days, in blood up to 48 hours, in saliva for around 60 hours, and in hair follicles for up to 90 days after use. Amphetamine detectability depends on many factors, including the type of drug test, frequency of drug use, amount of drug […]

How Long Does Crack Stay In Your System?

By Phil Kosanovich on March 21, 2024

Generally, urine, saliva, or blood tests show the presence of crack cocaine for just a few hours or days, while hair drug tests for crack can show the presence of cocaine for months or even years. Crack will stay in your system for longer with heavy and prolonged use. More info about the different drug […]

How Long Does Klonopin Stay in your System?

By Phil Kosanovich on January 12, 2024

Klonopin’s detectability in drug tests varies, ranging from 1 to 30 days after the last use. This length of detectability differs based on the individual and the type of drug test. Urine drug tests can detect Klonopin for two to four weeks after the last dose, saliva tests for five to six days, hair tests […]

Dangers of Snorting Ativan

By Phil Kosanovich on March 2, 2023

What is Ativan? Ativan is the brand name for the drug lorazepam. The benzodiazepine medication can be prescribed as an oral solution, capsule, or in tablet form. Ativan is commonly used to treat anxiety disorders, panic disorder, insomnia, seizures, and alcohol withdrawal in the US. Ativan acts as a depressant on the central nervous system […]

Meth Overdose

By Phil Kosanovich on February 28, 2023

Methamphetamine is a stimulant drug that is prescribed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). When taken as the doctor recommends, it helps individuals with ADHD to concentrate on their studies and work. Medical meth is also sometimes abused as a study enhancer by people without ADHD. People without a prescription should always avoid taking […]

How Long Do Amphetamines Stay In Your System?

By Phil Kosanovich on February 23, 2023

Amphetamines are sold as prescription medications to help people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. When used under medical advice, the stimulant effect of these drugs helps to improve attention. Amphetamines are also widely abused by people who take them outside of the prescription, seeking their euphoric and energy-increasing effects. This misuse is concerning because the […]

Signs and Symptoms of Amphetamine Use and Addiction

By Phil Kosanovich on February 9, 2023

Amphetamine is a powerful central nervous system stimulant drug. This means it stimulates certain parts of the brain and nervous system, causing increased activity, resulting in greater alertness, awakeness, and energy levels in the user. These positive effects can be beneficial in treating certain health conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy […]

Is There a Life After Addiction?

By Phil Kosanovich on February 7, 2023

Recovery from substance abuse is possible with the help of a treatment center. Quitting drinking or drugs under medical supervision allows you to detox in a safe place. You can then benefit from the therapies and support groups run by the center. But what happens next? If you have yet to receive treatment for your […]

How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Your System?

By Phil Kosanovich on January 26, 2023

Heavy and prolonged use of cocaine exposes you to risks and dangers, many of which could leave a lasting negative impact on you and your loved ones. If you wonder how long cocaine can stay in your system, it may be because you’ve noticed that you or a loved one has a problem with cocaine […]

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