Category: Drug Abuse

Understanding Drug Court Programs as an Alternative to Incarceration

By Phil Kosanovich on March 28, 2025

What Are Drug Court Programs? Their Role in Criminal Justice Reform Drug court programs play a critical role in criminal justice reform, offering a structured path toward recovery. The U.S. Department of Justice provides further insights into national policies and statistics. Drug court programs are specialized judicial initiatives designed to handle cases involving non-violent, drug-dependent […]

Blue Xanax: What is it, Side-Effects & Addiction

By Phil Kosanovich on March 6, 2025

Xanax is simply the brand name of the generic drug alprazolam. It is an anti-anxiety medication that is commonly prescribed to treat anxiety disorders. It is a part of the benzodiazepine family, a group of drugs known to calm people's nerves. Alprazolam pills are regularly prescribed, in both generic forms and Xanax, contributing to it […]

Can You Eat Cocaine? Dangers of Cocaine Use.

By Phil Kosanovich on February 20, 2025

Cocaine is one of the most used illicit substances in the United States, with around five million people reporting using it in the past 12 months. Cocaine can be highly addictive because the high generally lasts for five to 30 minutes. It is an illicit stimulant derived from the coca leaves and is available in […]

How Long Does Klonopin Stay in your System?

By Phil Kosanovich on January 16, 2025

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 December 28, 2024

Snorting Ativan (lorazepam) is a dangerous form of drug abuse that delivers the medication rapidly into the bloodstream, intensifying its effects and increasing the risk of severe health consequences. Why Do People Snort Ativan and Why Is It Dangerous? Snorting Ativan (lorazepam) is a dangerous method of abuse that amplifies the drug’s effects while significantly […]

The Dangers of Snorting Molly (MDMA, Ecstasy)

By Phil Kosanovich on December 25, 2024

Snorting Molly is a common method of use that significantly increases the risks of severe health complications. This dangerous practice not only damages nasal tissues but also raises the likelihood of overdose from contaminated substances like fentanyl, which can lead to fatal and severe health complications. What is MDMA? MDMA, or 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine, is a synthetic […]

How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Your System?

By Phil Kosanovich on December 21, 2024

Typically, urine tests can detect cocaine for up to four days, blood tests for up to 48 hours, saliva tests for around 48 hours, and hair tests for up to 90 days. For heavy or prolonged cocaine users, these detection windows can extend further, especially in urine or hair testing. Heavy and prolonged use of […]

How Long Do Amphetamines or Speed Stay in Your System?

By Phil Kosanovich on December 18, 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 It Take The Brain To Recover From Addiction?

By Phil Kosanovich on December 18, 2024

Addiction can lead to many problems, impacting both health and quality of life. While effective treatment can help people overcome substance use disorders, but pressing question remains: The good news is that recovery is possible. By understanding the effects of addiction on the brain and implementing evidence-based treatments, individuals can rewire their brain from addiction […]

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 […]

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