Drug addiction

It is defined as a compulsive need to use drugs to function normally. A person usually encounters the addictive agent casually but soon becomes so dependent on it that he/she require it to function. Drug addicts most often want to quit the habit but find it difficult to do so on their own. For this reason, there are a number of de-addiction clinics – for example AA (alcoholics anonymous), etc. Some research shows that an addict’s brain reacts to addictive agents differently when compared to those who are not addicted, leading to the idea that addiction might be a genetically acquired trait. The use of drugs causes both instant and long term damage to the body and mind. For example, they cause hallucinations, lack of inhibition, depression, euphoria, excess hunger, etc. immediately upon ingestion and loss of memory, lack in brain function, damage to various organs in the body, rotting of the teeth and even cancer in the long run.

Sad people more likely to become chain smokers: Study

Sadness plays an especially strong role in triggering addictive behaviour relative to other negative emotions like disgust, say researchers.
Cocaine addiction can cause erectile dysfunction and more

Cocaine or coke is the most used recreational drug in the world. It is also responsible for the highest number of drug overdose deaths. Read on to know the harmful effects of cocaine.
Novel mindfulness training to combat drug addiction: Study

A new study published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence has revealed that body awareness training can help women come out of their drug addiction.
Sanjay Dutt wants to help youth get rid of drug addiction

Actor Sanjay Dutt comes forward to create awareness regarding drug addiction. The talented actor is set to be a part of #DrugFreeIndia campaign which will fight drug abuse amongst the youth.
This is why women are more vulnerable to drug addiction

Women's hormonal cycles may not only make them prone to drug addiction but are also affected by triggers that lead to relapse, reveals study.
Now Instagram to have new feature that can crack down on opioid dealers, help opioid user seek support

Social media has been playing an effective role in reducing drug addiction across the globe. Now Facebook and Instagram join in the initiative by introducing a new feature to stop opioid dealers from selling drug and help users seek help to give up addiction.
Substance abuse likely to reduce lifespan in teens

Adolescents with serious conduct and substance use problems are five times more likely to die prematurely than their peers, a recent study has found.
Impulsive teens more prone to addiction, behavioural disorders in adulthood, says study

A recent study has shown that those teens with increasing impulsive behaviour can develop behavioural abnormalities and addiction during adulthood.
Combat drug addiction with this new therapy

Researchers have developed a treatment that may help reverse chemical imbalances made to the brain by habitual drug use and could one day help recovering drug addicts avoid future drug use.
World Drug Day 2018: Know about the effects of marijuana and how to overcome addiction

Marijuana addiction can take a toll on one s health. Here are some tips to kick it off.
World Drug Day: Dealing with drug addiction

It may be difficult to deal with and recover from drug addiction, but it is not impossible.
9 myths regarding marijuana busted by an expert

Shilpa Basrur, a Mumbai-based Consulting Psychologist and Counselor tells you all you want to know about marijuana
EDM party attendees are misusing opioids like heroin

Opioid use has grown to epidemic proportions in the US and has been a main contributor to a resurgence of heroin use as well as the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C.
Google has temporarily banned addiction and rehab centre ads worldwide

The referral agents advertise themselves as free advice helplines but receive commission.
Can pranayama help you overcome drug addiction?

Here's what our expert from Akshar yoga has to say about drug addiction and pranayama.
Try Tratak meditation to deal with drug addiction

Here is a step by step guide on how to do Tratak meditation at home.
Substance abuse amongst kids on rise, reveals a study

Lack of social bonding, the feeling of isolation and failure of a support system are the immediate predisposing factors.
SC asks govt to formulate action plan to combat drug abuse among children

'Complete a national survey and generate a national data base within a period of six months', the court said.
Study says hypocretin, a molecule in the brain may drive cocaine addiction

Increased levels of a molecule in the brain, called hypocretin, may contribute to cocaine addiction, new research has found.
Does every drug addict need to go to a rehabilitation center

Dr Samir Parikh says that drug addiction does not always require rehabilitation as it can be treated with medications and counselling too.