Cocaine Overdose

Can You Overdose on Cocaine?

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It has a rich history as a party drug, so you may wonder, “Can you overdose on cocaine?” One only needs to look to celebrities to know the answer. Examples are John Belushi, Ike Turner, Whitney Houston, and baseball players Jose Fernandez…
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Step 2 of AA

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What Does Step 2 in AA Mean? Step 2 of A.A: Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. Since the 1930s, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has been a vital resource for people in recovery seeking peer support…
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What Are the Stages of Alcoholism?

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Learn about the 3 stages of alcoholism, and how to stop progression of the disease. Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a common disease and remains the number one substance that people seek out treatment for. But before someone reaches the…
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Can You Die from Withdrawal?

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Is it true you can die from withdrawal? It is possible, but only if you attempt to detox without supervision. The dreaded withdrawal phase of recovery is something that anyone who has a substance dependency would like to avoid. The truth…
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Insomnia and Alcohol Withdrawal

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Is Insomnia a Side Effect of Alcoholism? Insomnia and alcohol withdrawal are often linked. Learn about insomnia and other alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Alcohol detox can cause a medley of withdrawal symptoms, with insomnia being one of them.…
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My Husband is Depressed and Drinking

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Living With Depressed Alcoholic Husband What can you do when you realize, “My husband is depressed and drinking.” How can you get him the help he needs? Read on to learn more. Yes, men get depressed, too. That may come as a surprise, as…
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Functional Alcoholics and Codependent Wives

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What Does Codependency Mean in Alcoholism? Like peanut butter and jelly, functional alcoholics and codependent wives tend to go together. Learn how to spot this dysfunction and get help. Can it be that the wife of an alcoholic can become…
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Living With An Alcoholic

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How to Handle Living With an Alcoholic If you have been living with an alcoholic, you have been suffering right along with them. When someone you love has developed an alcohol use disorder you have likely been drawn into its vortex. In fact,…
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Dangers of Snorting Xanax

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The Dangers of Snorting Xanax Should Not Be Ignored Xanax is a widely prescribed sedative used primarily for treating anxiety disorder. When used for a short period, Xanax can provide fast relief of anxiety symptoms by inducing a deep sense…
valium withdrawals

Life After Valium Withdrawal and Treatment

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Life can be awesome once again after you have gotten through Valium withdrawals and finished treatment. For nearly six decades, Valium has been a widely used drug to treat anxiety, muscle spasms, and seizures. Valium belongs to the class of…