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Wellbutrin is a brand-name medication most commonly prescribed as an antidepressant. The generic name for this medication is bupropion. Like many other antidepressants, this medication works by changing some of...

Vicodin: An Opioid Medication Vicodin is an opioid painkiller than can be addictive if abused, and if someone develops an addiction the safest way to get well is by tapering...

Each year, misuse of prescription drugs for non-medical uses increases, influencing the rise in drug addiction. Any usage contrary to the doctor’s prescription to treat an illness by relieving pain...

Physicians prescribe Percocet to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is a combination medication that contains oxycodone and acetaminophen. Oxycodone is a semi-synthetic opioid drug. This means that it is...

In 2018, almost 15,000 American deaths were tied to heroin. This is a sad truth, and a big part of what we do at Granite Recovery Centers is try to...

Different drugs can be identified by their appearances and textures. Their smells can also identify them. For example, marijuana is known for having a scent that is herbal, earthy, and...

Confidence is a great attribute to have after you complete your drug or alcohol treatment. It demonstrates that you have grown since you were addicted to drugs or alcohol. It...

Substance use disorder can affect all aspects of your life, including family, health, romantic relationships, employment, and friendships. People with substance use disorders often find themselves in financial ruin because...

After completing treatment for an addiction, you eventually will need to return to your regular work life. This can be an exciting but daunting time. It is exciting because you...

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