Substance Abuse and Addiction

Yes and no. There appear to be both reversible brain damage and permanent brain damage from drugs and alcohol. Abusers of these substances tend to have nutritional deficiencies, lacking essential vitamins and minerals to counteract the toxicity... Full Answer

No flavor of chewing tobacco is safe for your mouth. That's because, like cigarettes, smokeless tobacco products contain a variety of toxins associated with several types of cancer, including oral cancer. Smokeless tobacco can also irritate your gum... Full Answer

According to the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, substance dependence is defined as:"When an individual persists in use of alcohol or other drugs despite problems related to use of the substance, substance dependence may be... Full Answer

When your partner is preoccupied with porn, your self-esteem can suffer. You may feel hurt that he's paying less attention to you sexually, frustrated by his apparent lack of libido, and even inspired to start "competing" with porn stars yourself... Full Answer

There are many human conditions which can seriously affect our health, our happiness and the quality of our lives. All of us are familiar with the signs and symptoms of coronary artery disease, cancer, stroke and the potentially devastating disabilities... Full Answer

If you experience a relapse during your recovery from substance abuse, don't give up. Call your sponsor, counselor or friend. You can also attend a support group meeting. Take your mind off the relapse by participating in activities you enjoy,... Full Answer

When addiction takes over your life, these are some of the troubles that can occur:• Neglect – nothing matters except for when and where you are going to use drugs or alcohol. Planning takes more time, so other responsibilities get dropped and... Full Answer

Some people think that marijuana -- by far the most popular illegal drug -- is harmless. Unfortunately, that's simply not true. While it may be less immediately dangerous or addictive than other drugs, it can still take a toll on your health,... Full Answer

Avoid in people with a known allergy or sensitivity to tobacco or any of its components (e.g., cocoa, menthol, licorice, colophony, and formaldehyde).In general, allergic reactions to natural tobacco leaves are rare. However, some research suggests that... Full Answer

Withdrawal is an uncomfortable physical or mental change that happens when the body is deprived of alcohol or drugs that it is accustomed to getting. The symptoms can last a few days and may include nausea or vomiting, sweating, shakiness, and... Full Answer