Prescription medications for pain, anxiety, sleep and attention can lead to dependence or addiction when misused. This updated guide explains risks from opioids, CNS depressants (like benzodiazepines) and stimulants, withdrawal profiles, and when to seek help.
An updated overview of cocaine addiction: how the drug affects the brain and body, key health risks (including cardiovascular events and fentanyl contamination), evidence-based behavioral treatments, and harm-reduction strategies to reduce immediate dangers.
Recovery from addiction is often nonlinear and challenging because of withdrawal, cravings, and co-occurring mental health issues. Combining medication, behavioral therapies, peer support, and harm reduction improves outcomes.
Heroin addiction demands compassionate, evidence-based treatment - not stigma. Expand access to medications, naloxone and integrated support, shorten waitlists, and train clinicians and communities.