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OxyContin: An Overview
As medical advancements find new medications to treat pain, we are also seeing an increased dependency on prescription pain drugs. One of the most habit forming pain relievers available is OxyContin,…
The Effects of Cocaine
Like any addictive substance, cocaine can have a very adverse effect on the body. These problems can crop up from the first time cocaine is used and continue to become more severe as a dependency is f…
Cocaine: An Overview
Cocaine use is a widespread problem in our country and the drug is becoming even easier to obtain. It is made from the coca plant and is available in different levels of purity. Like other illegal dru…
Heroin: Effects and Treatment
Heroin is a highly addictive, illegal drug that has many adverse health risks. Some of the side effects are only temporary and occur the first time the drug is used. Many other side effects are attrib…
Meth: An Overview
Methamphetamine is a drug contained in prescription medications to treat disorders like narcolepsy and ADHD. In the past it was also used as a nasal decongestant and bronchial inhaler. Because it can…
Happy Thanksgiving from Renaissance Ranch
"Verily I say unto you my friends, fear not, let your hearts be comforted; yea, rejoice evermore, and in everything give thanks."
Effects of Meth
Methamphetamine (also known as meth) is one of the most commonly used, fastest growing drugs in the world. Its low cost, availability, and ease of manufacturing aid the continuing problem. Like any ad…
Heroin: An Overview
Heroin is derived from the morphine that comes from the Asian Poppy seed. It is a strong opiate and a highly addictive drug. The finished product can come in two basic forms, either as a white or brow…
Alcohol and Your Brain
Alcohol begins having an effect on your body from that first sip. As alcohol consumption increases, its effects become more damaging and can have some very negative short and long-term consequences. A…
Alcohol – BAC Facts
Consuming alcohol can have very negative effects on the health, both short and long term. The consequences of alcohol consumption depend partly on how much is consumed within a short period of time. T…
Alcohol Abuse vs. Alcoholism
Alcohol abuse and alcoholism are two different problems that people can face when they drink excessively. Both are damaging to one's physical health and lifestyle but alcoholism has a more lasting eff…
The Ins and Outs of Alcoholism
Alcoholism is a disease that occurs when a person develops an addiction to alcohol. This is usually due to excessive drinking over an extended period of time and is a chronic disease. Although it has…
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