Your Face on Drugs: Cocaine
You are probably already aware that drugs, in general, can take their toll on your physical appearance. Drugs like alcohol, nicotine, and crystal meth are known offenders. But did you know that cocaine also leaves its users with characteristically disfigured... Learn MoreHistory of Drugs: Cocaine
What is Cocaine? Cocaine was first extracted from coca leaves in 1859 by German chemist Albert Niemann. It wasn’t until the 1880s, however, that it started to be popularized among the medical community. It is a stimulant, an appetite suppressant,... Learn MoreIn the News: Lamar Odom Checks into Rehab and His Dealer Talks to the Press
Lamar Odom has reportedly entered a rehab facility for drug and alcohol abuse, according to People. “He realized he needs help,” a source told People mag, which broke the story Wednesday Late last week, Odom was arrested for DUI after... Learn MoreDrug Myths Debunked: Cocaine and Crack
Alright…another volume in our Drug Myths Debunked series. Today we will be looking at cocaine and crack to demystify some of the tales that are circulating about these close cousins. And remember, this is for informative and curiosity-quelling purposes.... Learn MoreDeadly Drug Combos: Cocaine and Ecstasy
Ecstasy, also known as MDMA, is a synthetic as well as psychoactive drug that is similar to amphetamines and hallucinogens. Specifically in the case of hallucinogens: mescaline. It produces feelings of euphoria, energy, emotional warmth, and empathy towards others and... Learn MoreDeadly Drug Combos: Speedballs
What are Speedballs? The practice of speedballing among drug users dates back to the 1930s however, it got a lot of media and public attention in March of 1982 with the death of beloved actor and comedian John Belushi. A... Learn MoreDeadly Drug Combos: Cocaine and Alcohol
As an addict and alcoholic I rarely did one drug at a time. Much like everything in my addiction, it was total chaos, balls to the wall, go hard or go home, do it all or don’t do it all,... Learn MoreHistory of Drug Abuse: The 80’s
The 80s might as well have been called the “cocaine 80s”. Cocaine was the most popular recreational drug in the 80s. It was frequently used by youth because it was cheap, plentiful, and highly addictive and it was also glamorized... Learn MoreSubstance Showdown: Powder Cocaine vs. Crack
I am probably a little too excited for today’s substance showdown! Today’s substance showdown is between to drugs that I know a whole lot about from personal experience. I am really interested to see which of the two will come... Learn More5 Signs of Cocaine Addiction
Lucky for me I get to write this blog with not only plenty of scientific fact but also with plenty of personal experience. My name is Rhea and I am an alcoholic, but what I loved doing more than anything... Learn MoreHow can you tell if someone is on drugs?
My mom used to say she could tell I was on drugs just from a mere “gut feeling”. I mean, she was my mom so this isn’t surprising. For most people their mothers know them better than anyone else. It... Learn MoreIn the News: Ritalin Now Being Used to Treat Cocaine Addiction
Cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant drug. Cocaine’s addictive properties are related to its effect on the body’s reward pathways. It is a strong central nervous system stimulant that increases levels of dopamine, a brain chemical associated with pleasure, in... Learn More
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