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Understanding Alcohol-Induced Psychosis: Symptoms and Treatment

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Table of Contents 40% of Canadians 15 years of age or older drink six or more alcoholic beverages weekly. That amount exceeds the CCSA’s recommended two alcoholic beverages per week. Drinking excess amounts of alcohol comes with short-term and long-term risks. A lesser-known symptom of long-term heavy drinking is alcohol-induced psychosis. Alcohol-induced psychosis features psychotic-like symptoms when […]

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Mixing Morphine and Alcohol: A Comprehensive Guide

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Table of Contents Opioid overdoses are rising in Canada, and some experts believe the pandemic is to blame. Opioid-related fatalities increased by 96% from 2020 to 2021 alone. This trend has continued into 2022 and 2023. Mixing morphine and alcohol can be even deadlier. Both substances work to depress the brain and body’s functions. They can

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Crystal Meth

What Does Crystal Meth Look Like, and How Addictive Is It

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Crystal meth is a stimulant that impacts your central nervous system within seconds. What does crystal meth look like? Meth comes in two primary forms but is entirely odourless, making it an incredibly subtle drug that can be difficult to spot with family and friends. Meth addiction can have a severe impact on both physical and mental

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amphetamines vs methamphetamines

Amphetamines vs Methamphetamines: Is Speed Meth?

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660,000 Canadians over the age of 15 report having used a stimulant over the past year. Sadly, 37% of these people say their use of stimulants is problematic. Some of the most commonly used stimulants are amphetamines. Amphetamines include prescription drugs like Vyvanse and Adderall. Methamphetamine is also a type of amphetamine. Yet, most people do not

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Cocktail drinks. Blog post: Is alcohol a stimulant or depressant?

Is Alcohol a Stimulant or Depressant?

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Did you know that the consumption of alcohol in Canada is on the rise? Reports indicate that Canadians consume more alcohol on average than the United States and many other countries worldwide. Alcohol, even in small doses, can affect your health. In addition to these negative health effects, alcohol addiction can majorly impact your work,

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Different drinks of alcohol. What Happens When You Combine Venlafaxine (Effexor) and Alcohol.

Understanding What Happens When You Combine Venlafaxine (Effexor) and Alcohol

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Major depressive disorder (MDD) is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) has ranked MDD as the world’s third most common cause of disease. Unfortunately, the WHO has also predicted that it will be the world’s first most common cause of disease by the year 2030. But

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MDMA/molly pills

The Difference Between Molly and MDMA

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MDMA is the abbreviation for 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine. This is the full name chemists give to describe the structure of the substance most people know as ‘Molly.’ There are no differences between the two when it comes to MDMA vs Molly. They are simply different names for the same substance. The nature of illicit substances is one

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Why Is Cocaine So Addictive?

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It may seem that the prevalence of cocaine use in Canada is low in comparison to other countries, but for those that struggle with addiction, the cost to quality of life is high. Cocaine is a powerful stimulant that can produce feelings of euphoria and increased energy. However, it is also very addictive. In this

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