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.
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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.
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IANS, April 18, 2019 at 08:09am
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.
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Posted By
Agencies, February 10, 2019 at 06:37pm
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.
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Agencies, February 10, 2019 at 06:06pm
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.
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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.
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ANI, August 12, 2018 at 10:10am
Adolescents with serious conduct and substance use problems are five times more likely to die prematurely than their peers, a recent study has found.
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A recent study has shown that those teens with increasing impulsive behaviour can develop behavioural abnormalities and addiction during adulthood.
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Agencies, July 02, 2018 at 09:59am
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.
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Marijuana addiction can take a toll on one s health. Here are some tips to kick it off.
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It may be difficult to deal with and recover from drug addiction, but it is not impossible.
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Shilpa Basrur, a Mumbai-based Consulting Psychologist and Counselor tells you all you want to know about marijuana
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Agencies, March 31, 2018 at 10:45am
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.
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Agencies, January 14, 2018 at 03:45pm
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Here's what our expert from Akshar yoga has to say about drug addiction and pranayama.
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Here is a step by step guide on how to do Tratak meditation at home.
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Lack of social bonding, the feeling of isolation and failure of a support system are the immediate predisposing factors.
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![SC asks govt to formulate action plan to combat drug abuse among children]( "SC asks govt to formulate action plan to combat drug abuse among children")
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Agencies, December 15, 2016 at 10:31am
Complete a national survey and generate a national data base within a period of six months , the court said.
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Agencies, August 11, 2016 at 02:30pm
Increased levels of a molecule in the brain, called hypocretin, may contribute to cocaine addiction, new research has found.
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Dr Samir Parikh says that drug addiction does not always require rehabilitation as it can be treated with medications and counselling too.
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Agencies, June 23, 2016 at 05:19pm
Children who face severe adversities are at increased risk of getting involved in drug abuse and various addictions like alcohol in adulthood, says a new study.
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