Substance addictions

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Substance addictions

The Two Sides of Tobacco Addiction

Tobacco Addiction as a Biopsychosocial Phenomenon In tobacco addiction, both chemical processes that regulate our body’s functioning and those of psychological and contextual origin (habits, friendships, etc.) play a role. The nicotine withdrawal syndrome. For this reason, tobacco addiction is

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Why can marijuana cause schizophrenia?

According to a CSIC study, inhaling cannabis can cause schizophrenia. A recent study conducted in Spain by the CSIC in collaboration with the Cajal Institute has found evidence on how cannabinoids regulate the activation of certain nervous regions of the

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5 warning signs of alcohol addiction

How to detect the signs of alcohol addiction. Alcoholic beverages enjoy high social acceptance and are widely present at all types of events. However, this is a major disadvantage, as alcohol abuse is so normalized that it is difficult to

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What happens when alcohol and cocaine are mixed?

The Effects of Combining Alcohol and Cocaine. The successive consumption of alcohol and cocaine produces devastating effects. Individuals addicted to one of these two substances may turn to the other to alleviate withdrawal symptoms. That is, someone may need to

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8 Consequences of Drug Use on Body and Mind

Drug use can affect a person’s brain, body, emotional state, and family, work, and social life. Its consequences vary depending on the substance, frequency of use, and the patient’s situation, but they can worsen if professional help is not sought

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How Does LSD Induce Dream-like States While Awake?

What is LSD? LSD, also known as lysergic acid diethylamide, is a very potent hallucinogenic drug. In some texts, it may also appear as LSD diethylamide or LSD-25. This substance alters the way a person perceives reality, time, sounds, colors,

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