By Jennifer McDougall Depression is an invisible anchor that pulls down millions globally, irrespective of age. This daunting adversary often brings along its companions: anxiety disorders and the lure of substance use.…
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“Hello, Everyone. This is truly a magical time of the year. The forces of light and dark are equally balanced. All is in perfect order. This is a time when the light…
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By Jennifer McDougall Grab the nachos and prepare to enjoy the game of all games. It’s almost kickoff time for the most watched sporting event of the year. The Carolina Panthers and…
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By Jennifer McDougall Besides not waking up with a painful headache and a list of regrets from the night before, there are several other reasons to quit drinking alcohol. The amount of…
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Welcome to November! It’s a lovely, fall time of the year. Thanksgiving is Thursday the 27th (2014). Malibu’s weather is usually sunny, warm and beautiful, or it’s raining, which is also very…
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By: Jennifer McDougall Just as alcohol, cocaine, ecstasy, and heroin provide a temporary sense of escape for a person from their reality, anyone who is addicted to love seeks similar relief and…
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For many of those who are newly sober or who struggle with substance abuse issues, the holiday season or holiday events can be a time of both happiness and stress. The period…
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How Passages Addiction Treatment Centers Prevents Relapse Here are a few aspects of successful private inpatient drug rehab centers that can heal the physical component and emotional or psychological root cause of your…
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What Are Psychedelic Mushrooms? Psychedelic mushrooms are varieties of mushrooms that contain hallucinogenic compounds psilocybin and psilocin. Psychedelic mushrooms can either be cultivated or gathered in the wild. When consumed through a…
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What Does a Psychedelic Mushrooms High Feel Like? A psychedelic mushroom high is a hallucination-fraught, highly emotional experience that distorts perception and reality. Psychedelic mushrooms’ effects tend to last four to six…
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What Does a Nicotine Buzz Feel Like? The nicotine high can sometimes be imperceptible, as it eliminates withdrawal symptoms and fills nicotine users with a sense of calm. Some users experience a…
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Is Nicotine Physically Addictive? Nicotine is a powerful drug resulting in physical addiction on par with that of cocaine. As with any chemical dependency, there can be both physical and psychological addictions…
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What Does an LSD High Feel Like? LSD creates an intense high, resulting in a multi-sensory hallucinatory experience lasting from eight to twelve hours. As the LSD takes effect, about 20 minutes…
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What Does a GHB High Feel Like? GHB triggers feelings of calm, relaxation and a mild euphoria. Though often likened to the experience of being drunk on alcohol, GHB does not produce…
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What Is GHB? Naturally produced by the body, Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate—commonly known as “GHB”—is a neurotransmitter that helps transmit messages in the brain. When produced synthetically, GHB is a central nervous system depressant, with…
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Is GHB Physically Addictive? GHB is not considered in most people to be physically addictive. However, heavy users who stop cold turkey without supervision by an inpatient drug rehab program can experience…
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What Does an Ecstasy High Feel Like? Within an hour of taking ecstasy, users start to feel tingling on your skin, slight nausea and bursts of excitement. As ecstasy trips reach their…
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What Does a Marijuana High Feel Like? A marijuana high is a generally pleasant experience that creates a dreamlike intoxicated state. Marijuana users often feel a sense of mild euphoria and mood…
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What Does an Amphetamine High Feel Like? Taking amphetamines can be an intense experience lasting from a few hours to a few days. The experience begins about 10 to 15 minutes after…
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What Are Amphetamines? Amphetamines comprise a powerful class of synthetic stimulants that first were created in 1887. Amphetamines’ stimulant properties make them medically useful for a narrow spectrum of disorders. In fact,…
