We know Marijuana by many other names such as weed, pot, bud, and dope. It is usually a crushed mixture of dried leaves, flowers, stems, or even seeds of Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica. It is one of the most frequently used drugs in the world. Marijuana contains almost 500 compounds, collectively termed cannabinoids. Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, …
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Xanax is the brand name of the drug alprazolam, which is a potent benzodiazepine, a type of prescription tranquilizer. These types of drugs are also commonly called sedatives or anxiolytics. They are very commonly used in the United States to treat the following conditions: Anxiety Insomnia Seizures Withdrawal symptoms for alcohol abuse disorder recovery Used …
According to the United Nations, around 271 million people globally, aged 15-64, used drugs in 2016. In the US, over 21 million Americans have an addiction to at least one drug. Drug abuse that leads to drug addiction affects thousands of Americans daily, causing harm to their marriages, friendships, careers, health, and even safety. It …
Methamphetamine is a highly addictive drug that affects the central nervous system. It causes euphoria and the abnormal releases of dopamine in the body. Because it is a powerful stimulant, methamphetamine gives a person a rush of energy and powerful feelings of pleasure. World War II soldiers ingested this drug to keep awake during long …
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes, 24 seconds. Cocaine is a very popular and addictive drug. It’s usually introduced as something harmless or even thrilling, and shared within a close group of peers. In small doses, cocaine could give one a feeling of excitement and energy as it stimulates high levels of dopamine, a chemical that …
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