Medical professionals often prescribe morphine when treating intense pain, because it is an extremely potent opiate painkiller. Additionally, doctors also prescribe it to relieve fear and anxiety, because it also produces a strong sense of euphoria. Some people abuse morphine simply for the euphoria, but this kind of drug use can quickly turn into an addiction with complicated…
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Morphine is a highly potent opiate (narcotic) analgesic that is used to treat moderate to moderately severe chronic pain. Morphine is said to be the most powerful pain reliever medicine has to offer and sets the standard by which all other opiate potency is tested. The potential for morphine addiction is very high, both physically…
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Morphine addiction affects more than one person, one family, or even one community. It is a national concern because — in the U.S. alone — the price tag for addition to morphine is upward of $500 billion in healthcare costs, crime and criminal justice costs, accidents and lost employment. Prescription Abuse Statistics As with many…
Read MoreEven though it’s not legally approved for recreational use in the United States, morphine is one of the most commonly abused drugs. Consistently used by hundreds of thousands of people on a regular basis for pain relief and its more euphoric qualities, it’s often done on the sly because the risks of illegal possession or…
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In 21st Century America, the pressure to be thin is pervasive — the media, advertising, entertainment and even the medical establishment all contribute to the message that body size and human value are intrinsically connected. It’s no wonder the weight loss industry is booming, valued at an estimated $66 billion.1 Many people find it difficult…
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Read MoreBipolar disorder is one of the most common mood disorders in the world, affecting millions of people each year. This common disorder is also very complex and can produce a wide range of side effects that can contribute to the development of additional disorders and addictions. Can Bipolar Disorder Cause Sex Addiction? Episodes of…
Read MoreUnlike many other prescription drugs, Adderall will not cause an addiction in individuals who truly need it as long as they stick to the prescribed dosages. However, since there is such easy access to Adderall in the medicine cabinets of family or friends, illegally over the Internet or on the street, people who have no medical need…
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By Melissa Riddle Chalos Let’s just be real. These days, college is as synonymous with drinking as it is with education. In fact, although alcohol consumption has changed very little in the past decade, it’s as much a part of campus life as going to classes and collegiate sports. According to the 2016 Monitoring the…
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By: Stephanie Thomas Persuasion is a tricky pursuit. You’ve tried it, no doubt. Nudging a friend to join you in your new hobby, convincing your parents to offer you a little more independence or begging your toddler to put on his pants — for the love! And, if you’re like most of us, your efforts…
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