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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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Can bipolar disorder be misdiagnosed when drug abuse is involved?

I would think so. alcohol erases a lot of what defines a person. he or she can change in an instant, and if moodyness is involved with this, which it most likely will when handeling a drunk, one may assume he has bilolar disorder. It may be that he or she has ipolar disorder though; you never know.

How does a coroner determine whether a drug overdose was a suicide?

Answer It's very difficult to tell if the person had a history of drug use. The coroner usually checks the liver, kidneys, spleen, lungs and heart upon autopsy (the filtering organs can tell a lot). Depending how soon after death the autopsy is done is very important. If the person had a long history of drug abuse, then it's usually "death due to drug over-dose" or "heart attack from over-dose of drugs." If the person does not have a long history of drug abuse then the coroner will certainly do a more extensive search. The person could have taken too large a dose or could have had a malfunction of their heart from birth. There are so many scenarios. The coroner will go by the amount of drugs found in certain organs and determine if it was just an over-dose or upon examining the body to see if the injection site (if there were any) was a forced. If the amount of drugs found in the person (who may not have had a previous drug history) is great, then murder is always a suspect. Generally a person with a drug history that passes away (just a matter of time) is not labeled as "suicide", but a coroner's report such as: "Mr. Smith died from _____ amount of Crystal Meth with a percentage of _________ contained in the liver and kidneys. Stomach content was empty ........ (and so on.) Most of us know that hard core drug users are obviously hooked on the drugs and are unfortunately classified as "the walking dead." It's difficult to stop the habit and thus, it's a matter of time before the person expires. There are instances where kids can go to a party and try Crystal Meth or other drugs and the dose is too strong (they could have been drinking first) and between the alcohol and the drugs it could have caused heart failure. You don't have to be a hard core user of drugs to die from one hit of a drug. Also many of the street drugs could be contaminated (on purpose.) Another instance could be that a teenager is depressed (teenage years, no matter what generation we grew up in, can cause slight depression) and the teenager went to a party and decided to try a hit of Crystal Meth or another narcotic and the dose is too high (unknown to the person taking it) and they have heart failure or choke on their own vomit. This wouldn't be considered suicide. Hope this answers your question, and if you have a family member or friend that has died as a result of drugs, then I am very sorry you are going through this.

Drug levels and findings in the various systems (cardiovascular, for example), will reveal what contributed to and ultimately resulted in death, yes. The most obvious--and only conclusive--indicator of suicide is a note, written by the decedent or credible assertion(s) by someone to whom the decedent revealed his intent to kill himself.

How does socio economic status pertain to sex addiction?

My understanding is that the drivers of sex addiction are like for any other addiction: life stress levels, familial taboos about sex, isolation from potential supporters, underdeveloped effective coping skills, and perhaps sexual abuse. None of these are confined by socio economic status. We are much more alike than we like to think.

What does PAWS stand for in addiction studies?

in PAWS stands for Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome. It covers a wide range of symptoms that can continue for up to two years in alcoholics and addicts. It should not be confused with Acute Withdrawal, which is over in roughly 72 - 96 hours, and can be immediately dangerous if not life-threatening in the case of alcoholics and people addicted to certain benzodiazipines, and in other cases make us feel as though we are going to die.

PAWS is too complex to go into in detail here. Treatment includes therapy, nutrition, exercise, medical and emotional support and patience, along with faith in the process. See the "Related Links" below for much more. (Don't confuse them with the ads.)

Does mixing suboxone and Fentanyl make you sick?

DO NOT EVER MIX FENTANYL WITH ANY OTHER OPIATE!! I had 2 grand mal seizures and almost died, plus I don't remember almost 2 years of my life from mixing Fent. with other opiates. If you HAVE to get high, just stay away from fentanyl!! And mixing suboxone with any other opiate is STUPID. The suboxone BLOCKS the BRAIN RECEPTORS THAT ALLOW YOU TO FEEL HIGH. If you are lucky enough to get a script for it, USE IT and quit f'n around.

Why is drug abuse a current problem in the Philippine's?

Sadly, because of "pakikisama" or our desire to bond with everyone. Because we want to please everyone, including the people who are addicted to drugs, the people who do it to please them end up becoming addicts themselves.

Its a sad cycle. I know.

How can i confront my mom about smoking?

Talk to her calmly. She might be stressed about something because of which she has taken to the habit of smoking. If possible, cajole her to share her problem with you. Lend her a patient ear. Stir up her emotions to motivate her to give up smoking. Talk about the health hassles. Even if she doesn't relent, don't lose heart and continue your efforts. However, never lose your cool.

What if you do drugs in first trimister?

Are you kidding me!! You have to ask a question like this? Get yourself to a doctor and tell him/her exactly what you have been taking for appropriate action or treatment, and do not plan on being a parent in the future until you learn what responsibility means.

What are the advantages drugs for the treatment of alcohol addiction?

To treat alcohol addiction, one must undergo an alcohol detox program that will cleanse an addict from alcohol residues. Alcohol addiction has a painful withdrawals especially when addiction is already severe. Alcohol drug rehab is necessary to fully recover from addiction.

What can you do if someone has injected shake and bake meth and having a bad reaction?

IMMEDIATELY call 911 and get emergency attention as fast as you can. This IS the only option to treat something as serious as this. Keep the person warm, and on their side while waiting for help. This will prevent shock, and if they begin vomiting, they will not choke on their tongue or the vomit.

MAKE SURE you find out , if at all possible, the following:

1. WHAT exactly did the person ingest, and by what route? (by mouth, snorting, injection, etc)

2. WHEN did they ingest this drug- and at what TIME?

3. When did the reaction start?

4. WHAT was the reaction- describe the symptoms the person reported or is reporting

5.SHOW the paramedics what was ingested- so they can determine how to treat the patient. (DON'T FLUSH IT OR DESTROY IT BECAUSE YOU ARE AFRAID OF GETTING INTO TROUBLE)

6.If known, tell the paramedics any MEDICAL CONDITIONS the patient may have- diabetes, epilepsy, etc- and if you don't know, try and find someone who does. (a family member, etc)(this includes any medications the patient is taking, and in what dosage- over the counter or prescribed- as well as any OTHER illicit substances they may have ingested in the past week.

7.DO NOT TRY TO TREAT THIS REACTION ON YOUR OWN- the very BEST thing you can do if you care about this person is to get them PROFESSIONAL HELP, and encourage them to seek treatment even after the reaction has been treated- such as counseling, in or outpatient treatment, etc.

* it is important any time a person has any type of reaction that is not the intended effect with any drug- illicit or prescribed, to follow these guidelines. Staying with the person is THE best thing you can do, after calling 911~

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How can someone overcome a meth addiction?

The bottom line is : "You really gotta wanna!" (You really have to want to quit) If you want to, you can. Just stop. Say to yourself..."Game Over! I Win!" and never use that horrible drug again. It may not seem like a horrible drug, but it is...and when you are free of it, you'll see changes in yourself and the world around you that will convince you of the fact that it is, indeed a horrible drug. For most people, it only takes about 4 days of non-use for the chemical to be out of your system. These are the hardest days...expect to sleep a lot and eat a lot. After as few as 7 days, you'll start to feel better...you'll begin to regain a natural energy and in the weeks to come things will get better and better. It will likely take a full year before you truly feel 100% strong and drug free, (that's if you have been a heavy long term user)...but after the first week...each day will be better for you. Don't hang out with Meth users...dont go to ridiculous 12 step meetings that will trigger your desire to use... but mainly, "don't kid yourself: if you don't really want to quit...for yourself alone...deep inside you...you won't quit." Remember, the most important thing is: "You gotta wanna!" Good choice if you do "wanna" and congratulations, welcome to the good life, goodbye Meth.

Is addiction a sin?

Addiction is just a bad habit that can be life threatening. No need to look at it religiously and feel guilty. Actually, you're damaging your own life more than anything or anyone.

10mg of Diazapam per week to help with your alcohol abuse?

Not enough. I'd suggest you see an addiction psychiatrist. You will need to stop drinking completely. If I was your doctor, I'd prescribe you 10mg Valium every 6 hours and follow you up daily with a personal phone call. We would gradually reduce the Valium by 1mg/day over the next 40 days. At which time you'd be free of alcohol AND Valium.

Good luck!

Can children tell the different between candy and medicine?

A child's sense of taste is not as well-developed as an adult's, so in some cases (aspirin, for instance, or some of the less-flavored meds like Tylenol) they will eat them just because kids eat things sometimes. All medications should be kept well out of the reach of children, regardless of kind or purpose. A few tabs of Tylenol (acetaminophen), for example, will leave a kid waiting for a liver transplant if she survives at all.

What type of tools and equipment are used for illegal drug use?

This question is so vague and deprived of any common internet researching sense, it doesn't deserve an answer.

Can methanphetamine use cause arthritis?

The causes of arthritis re as yet not known However to date there seems to be no association with the use of this drug and arthritis.

Why do students need to study about drug addiction?

Students need to study about that so they don't become addicts themselves

What is the best way to withdrawel from suboxone if you only have 6 8 mg tabs left?

I would not take any for two days. I have gone for three days without any withdrawl symptoms. Then I'd take 1/2 of one. BasicallyI would take 1/2 when ever the WD symptoms get too bad. The six tabs should last you two weeks and then you should be good. Good Luck.

Can you take saboxtine while pregnant?

We believe you mean Suboxone, a drug used for detoxification from opioid drugs. We can find no references for saboxtine.

From a non-medical perspective, anything that helps you get off drugs before your baby is born is good. We cannot advise you about a specific drug during your pregnancy, as that would be medical advice that we are not qualified to provide. We can tell you that it is highly desirable that you be off all drugs, including alcohol, as soon in your pregnancy as possible.

We STRONGLY suggest that you speak to an inpatient drug detox facility about this issue. They have experts who can provide you with the information you need, and will do so even if you cannot afford their services.

PLEASE do not take the work of a storefront detox doctor. By the very fact that he is not operating an inpatient facility, he (or she) is showing that they do not adequately understand the issues surrounding opiate detox.

What happens if you consume too much paracetamal?

In a nutshell your liver can fail and you can die. Although death is rare it will be due to liver failure if it happens. Anything over 30 tablets is likely to induce liver damage although people with certain medical conditions or alcoholics or people who are malnourished can have a lower threshold. You should always seek medical advice in the event of a paracetamiol overdose straight away even if you feel well because symptoms can take up to 24 hours to develop hope this helps

Why do children eat rocks and sticks are they lacking something in their diet?

this is a medical condition known as "Pica" they are lacking certain vitamins and minerals. It depends on the person, some are anemic (low iron in their blood) some are due to malnutrition, some reasons maybe related to cultural traditions