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What Are the Long-Term Effects of Synthetic Drugs?

Drug addiction is a global problem that has reared its ugly head in almost every aspect of life. Synthetic drugs—a new type of drug—have become a growing problem for many years. Synthetic drugs are designed to mimic the effects of natural drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, and heroin and are sold under various street names,…

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Is Opiod Use Disorder an Addiction?

Opioids can be a nasty bit of business when overused or misused. Over the past quarter century, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has released multiple public health alerts and declared numerous states of emergency regarding opioid use. This crisis has been represented in countless stories, films, and television shows, often depicting the…

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What Are Synthetic Drugs?

Synthetic drugs have quickly become a national problem in recent years, especially among our youth. Also referred to as club drugs or party drugs, synthetic drugs are artificially manufactured, often in illegal labs. Synthetic drugs can mimic the effects of other illicit drugs, and dealers market them as safer alternatives. However, their production is unregulated,…