What are the physical signs of abuse or addiction? The physical signs of abuse or addiction can vary depending on the person and the drug being abused. For example, someone who abuses marijuana may have a chronic cough or worsening of asthmatic symptoms. Each drug has short-term and long-term physical effects. Stimulants like cocaine increase […]
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Locked in by this wall Of addiction and hurt, Powerless to break free From the comforting medicated life, All you ever wanted Was to toss aside your problems, Instead you signed up for a life much worse While struggling with your next overdose, Haunted by your troubles Both big and small, This wall will continue
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On the 4th of April 2019, Nigerians woke up to the news of a Nigerian woman among two Pakistani’s killed for drug trafficking in Saudi Arabia. This comes after the news of five Nigerians killed by the Philippine government some years back for the same reason with a countless number of Nigerians on death row in
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The day his wife walked out 10 years ago, Nigerian musician Jagunlabi started taking drugs to make the shadows go away. The drugs came to stay. Today, after suffering a heart attack, Jagunlabi is desperate to end his addiction but has no idea how to get help. “I don’t know where to go, I can’t
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Chronic use of some drugs can lead to both short and long-term changes in the brain, which can lead to mental health issues including paranoia, depression, anxiety, aggression, hallucinations, and other problems. Many people who are addicted to drugs are also diagnosed with other mental disorders and vice versa. Compared with the general population, people
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There are a variety of dangerous drugs in the world and the addictive levels of each vary wildly. Some are relatively non-addictive, while others cause addiction very quickly. Understanding the most addictive substances available can help you understand whether you or someone you love is at high risk for addiction. While drug use of any
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Today, due to lifestyles associated with the fast-paced 21st century system, good sleep seems to be an elusive luxury. After a stressful day it can take forever to get to sleep.Sleep is essential for maintaining our mental and physical health, yet it eludes many adults. With so many people experiencing sleeping disorders, there’s been a
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Substance abuse refers to the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs. It is now a major Public Health challenge all over the world and some complications of substance abuse by young people including increased odds of engaging in risky sexual behaviour, personality disorders, sexual violence, criminal tendencies and drug
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Drug use affects people from all walks of life and all socioeconomic statuses. Whatever the reason a person starts taking drugs, whether recreationally or as prescribed, tolerance, patterns of increased use, physical dependence and, ultimately, addiction may develop sometimes before the user even realizes it. Recognizing some warning signs of drug abuse is noting these signs:
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