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Addictions

Addiction is a dependence on a behavior or substance that a person is generally powerless to stop, and will increase in severity over time unless it is treated. Medically, it is the compulsive physiological and psychological need for a habit-forming substance. Questions related to substance abuse and dependency on nicotine, illegal drugs and alcohol, as well as other addictive substances, are asked and answered in this category.

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How long will you test positive for suboxone?

Well, Suboxone does not get you "high." The effects of Suboxone last up to about 36 hours. If you just take it out of the blue you won't get high but you will be in a little bit better of a mood and will notice you have a lot more energy. You should never take any drugs for recreational purposes. Suboxone is also very addictive itself and has very serious withdrawal if you suddenly stop taking it after prolonged use. well i am a methadone addict i don't just use recreationally. i am trying to quit. I disagree....Suboxone got me very high. And it lasted a LONG time. I remember going to a wedding, I took the Suboxone in the afternoon and was still high at midnight. The above post is right, it is addictive and the withdrawals suck. Well, you do feel a little something with suboxone, I pesonally would not categorize it has feeling high , cause if you have ever shot up heroin then you can't really say that suboxone gets you high. It certainly makes you feel better. But if you just take it out of the blue you will a slight buzz but nothing to write home about.

Does oxycodone cause swelling and night sweats?

certainly. all opiod drugs have sweats as one of their many unpleasant side effects. a reading of the patient advisory sheets would be informative. these are readily available on the internet from the drug maker or any number of medical sites.

Is dying by using sleeping drugs painless?

There is the initial massive shock and pain while the heart fails and the body goes frantic trying to restart it, followed by the lungs and other major organs failing from oxygen deprivation. Then the brain goes numb and the person basically drifts off to sleep (albeit without a decent chance of waking up again).

What is it called when a person who is dependent on alcohol?

Without knowing a person's situation, there should never be a rushed judgment to their "label", medically or otherwise. However, within the 12 Steps of Alcoholic's Anonymous, there are some questions that they advice the individual or the family of the individual to ask to bring enlightenment to the situation and perhaps lead them to realize their life has become unmanageable.

The word "DEPENDENT" implies that the individual CANNOT abstain from alcohol, the chemical, without suffering a physical withdrawal and a psychological withdrawal that can cause them or those they love potential harm.

But DEPENDENT does not necessarily imply "ADDICTED" or "ALCOHOLIC", although there is quite often a rush to such judgment.

Cancer patients, for example, are quite often "dependent" on their pain medication to keep their pain manageable. Were they to suddenly be taken off these medications, they would suffer physical withdrawal and most likely psychological along with the pain that caused them to need the medication to begin with.

ADDICTION is a very different term than DEPENDENCE.

The questions one must ask to determine the difference is:

1. Is the alcohol causing my life to be unmanageable ?) in danger of losing job due to behavior while intoxicated, or zero tolerance for alcohol in workplace, in danger of losing a relationship due to the actions or inaction of the person while drinking.)

2. Is my life getting BETTER from using alcohol? (getting promotions, feeling joy, family harmony, etc)

3. Is my life getting WORSE from the presence of alcohol? (forgetting where you were the night before/blackouts, health consequences , etc)

4. Were I to go one week without alcohol, would that very thought (or action) scare me, and if not, can I do it?

5. Do I have to manipulate those I love to continue drinking? Do I have to rationalize , minimize, justify, blame others to continue my drinking?

6. HAS my drinking gotten to a point where I am drinking far more than I want to? (instead of a "before dinner cocktail" am I having a before, during, after cocktail(s)? Do I feel the need to hide this from those I love?

these are hard questions to face- and if you are worried about a loved one, you may go through the checklist- one at a time- and just change the wording to "he/she" rather than "I" and take an honest look at your OWN actions to stop this person. There are support groups for those who have a loved one suffering from problem drinking.

What addictions are good?

If you are addicted to drugs, alcohol, or any substance that can damage your health then they are considered bad. If you are addicted to anything that hinder your thinking or slow you physically, then they are considered bad too. If they are harmless addictions like cracking knuckles or whistling then they are considered neutral. If it is a routine addiction like brushing teeth, taking showers, or combing hair, then it is considered a good addiction.

Is addiction hereditary?

Drug addiction is usually environmental.

However, with some drugs (like alcohol), if a pregnant woman consumes large amounts of it their baby may inherit many problems, and dependence on the drug.

Does alcohol lead to violence?

Alcohol leads to reduced inhibitions. If the individual is prone to violence, he or she is more likely to become violent.

How long do you wait after taking Darvocet to take suboxone?

I took two Darvocets this morning (about 8:00 a.m.) then took my regular 8 mg Suboxone about 2:00 p.m. and feel great. I've been on 16 mg Sub (one in the a.m. and one in the p.m.) a day now almost three years. There is not enough Naloxone in the 8 mg tablets to make you sick unless you crush/inject it. It's only then that the Naloxone is activated. So, I'd say within four-six hours or so after taking an opiate, you're good to go with the Sub as long as you take it as directed (sublingually, no injecting).

How does a father of a narcissist not enable?

If your child is a boy and you are the father theres a good chance he got his narcissism from you unless there was some other arrangment. Dont use psychology on your son, just try to accept him for who he is.

Is there any famous deaths from methamphetamine?

Yes. Some include surfer Andy Irons, model Elisa Bridges, & Barbette, who performed on trapeze.

How long before you can take Vicodin after taking 2Mg suboxone?

24-48 hours minimally. 72+ hours is ideal for full effect, even with a dose as low as 2 mg. Due to the nature of buprenorphine's (suboxone's active ingrediant) long half life, consecutive doses over a few days will take even longer to clear the system.

What is difference between drug addiction and tv addiction?

All addictions are very similar. That being said, different substances and or behaviors alter different parts and number of parts of the brain. Gaming and TV addicton are similar to all other addictions.

Food addiction alters 2 parts of the brain Alcohol and drugs alter 3 parts of the brain and sexual addiction including pornography addiction alters 5 parts of the brain.

What happens when you take exstasy?

Ecstasy is very dangerous, it can damage your immune system, and kill your brain cells. If you take ecstasy that's your choice!

What happens if you take 2 seroquil?

You act sort of dumb, then you go to sleep.

What are some facts about nicotine?

1.Pure nicotine is transparent but turns brown on contact with air

2.Tobacco plants produce nicotine to protect themselves against natural enemies in the food chain like grazing animals

3.Innovative companies are producing nicotine water. Bottled water containing nicotine. The safety of the water is not yet proven

4.Three drops of pure nicotine in the palm of a hand can kill a person

5.Cigarette smoking has remained the most popular way of taking in nicotine since the start of the 20th century

How long should addiction treatment last?

Depending on what type of program you enter, Drug Rehab can last from a few days to months.

Does suboxone cause small pupils?

Yes it does all opiates cause myosis (small pupils) as long as you hit a certain point of mgs your pupils will go into myosis. some like Oxycontin make your pupils smaller but they grow alot faster than heroin or morphine. heroin and morphine will keep your pupils smaller for almsot 36 hours. dilaudid oxy vics all will only make your pupils smaller for like 10-12 hours and even less.

Why are kids so addicted to Takis?

They are popular because they taste great or if someone at your school is eating it then everybody will do the same if it taste good!

What can you take to get methadone out of your system?

You should detox from methadone in a medical detox facility. Methadone detox is the worst of all the opiates -- much worse than heroin -- lasts about twice to three times as long, and can be fatal in some cases. Suboxone is often used clinically for methadone detox, along with supporting medications as needed.

How do you get rid of a smoking addition?

There are various ways. You can use nicotine patches, (the ones that get rid of it) you can take medicine, you can get a substitute for nicotine, you could chew drug induced gum or get shots, and most of all, you can talk to your doctor. When your body tells you its time to have a cigarette, try to do something else like run or do something you enjoy!

What are the breathing tubes in the body called?

The respiratory tract is divided into 3 segments:

  • Upper respiratory tract: nose and nasal passages, paranasal sinuses, and throat or pharynx
  • Respiratory airways: voice box or larynx, trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles
  • Lungs: respiratory bronchioles, alveolar ducts, alveolar sacs, and alveoli

so the main respiratory tube is Trachea

Will a drug test show suboxone and Klonopin if I have not taken any in 5 to 10 days?

not sure of the half life on suboxone or wheather it is a chemical compound that would come up on most drug screens but if you took the klonopin fairly regularly (and not just once) it will definitely show up on a drug screen. Benzos like clonazepam stay in your system a long time especially if you have taken them consistently for a while