Author: Charles Frank

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Charles Frank, a seasoned social worker with a decade of experience, holds a degree in psychology from Boston University. Immediately following his graduation, Charles embarked on a mission to aid individuals grappling with alcohol and drug addiction. Currently, he contributes insightful articles aimed at combating substance abuse, leveraging his expertise to offer guidance and support through this blog.

February 27, 2024

Charles Frank

Addiction Intervention in Chicago Banyan Illinois

Substance users may agree to address the problem when they realize their inability to manage it or even themselves. With this form of treatment, people receive integrated services that address both addiction and mental health conditions. People in dual diagnosis services receive counseling, supportive services and medications. Treatment plans must consider both the mental health condition […]

Detox and Treatment

February 27, 2024

Charles Frank

Ethanol Definition, Formula, Uses, & Facts

The boiling point of the alcohol ethanol is 78.29 °C, compared to 69 °C for the hydrocarbon hexane, and 34.6 °C for diethyl ether. Those groups can form hydrogen bonds to one another and to most other compounds. Owing to the presence of the polar OH alcohols are more water-soluble than simple hydrocarbons. This article covers the structure […]

Alcohol Abuse

February 27, 2024

Charles Frank

Amphetamine Sulfate Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

These may include residing in sober living, attending outpatient psychotherapy sessions, participating in a recovery community and joining a support group. Both of these substances are included in the DEA Schedule II classification because they are prone to abuse and addiction. You usually do not get addicted to prescription amphetamines when you take them at […]

Drug Addiction

February 27, 2024

Charles Frank

Adderall’s Effects on the Brain: Short-Term and Long-Term Symptoms

Side effects often go away after a week or two of using the drug. Some people taking Adderall at a dose prescribed by a doctor may not experience noticeable side effects. Treatment for stimulant withdrawal usually includes medication to address symptoms and supportive care. Adderall stimulates your central nervous system and alcohol depresses it (slows […]

Detox and Treatment

February 27, 2024

Charles Frank

What happens when you mix cannabis and alcohol? Colorado Department of Transportation

If you’ve mixed weed and alcohol and are having a bad reaction, it’s probably because alcohol seems to make the high from using weed stronger. The resulting unpleasantness is casually known as a green out. This can happen any time you’ve consumed to much weed — with or without alcohol. Additionally, some people experience a […]

Alcohol Abuse

February 27, 2024

Charles Frank

A New, Cheaper Form of Meth Is Wreaking Havoc on America

Hell’s Angels cooks took three days to make five pounds of meth. Mexican crews soon learned to arrive at cook sites like NASCAR pit crews, with premeasured chemicals, large vats, and seasoned workers. They produced 10 to 15 pounds per cook in 24 hours in what came to be known as “super labs.” Soon the […]

Drug Addiction

February 27, 2024

Charles Frank

Adderall: Side Effects, Dosage, Uses, and More

Here’s a list of some of the mild side effects that Adderall can cause. To learn about other mild side effects, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. You can also read the prescribing information for Adderall and Adderall XR. Like most drugs, Adderall may cause mild or serious side effects. The lists below describe some […]

Detox and Treatment

February 27, 2024

Charles Frank

Alcohol Awareness Toolkit Prevention Technology Transfer Center PTTC Network

Alcohol Awareness Month is dedicated to increasing public knowledge about the dangers of alcohol and the effects and causes of alcohol use disorder. We hope you join us to raise our collective voice on this critical public health issue during National Alcohol Awareness Month. You will be subject to the destination website’s privacy policy when […]

Alcohol Abuse

February 27, 2024

Charles Frank

8 Natural Cures for Erectile Dysfunction

Perhaps one of the most important questions is how GAINSWave shockwave therapy helps men to optimize their sexual health and overcome erectile dysfunction. Healthcare professionals can help determine any underlying causes and discuss possible treatment options, including lifestyle changes and prescription medication. BlueChew.com sells chewable forms of the top medications for erectile dysfunction; sildenafil, tadalafil, […]

Drug Addiction

February 26, 2024

Charles Frank

Adderall XR Amphetamine, Dextroamphetamine Mixed Salts – Sober house

Selected from data included with permission and copyrighted by First Databank, Inc. This copyrighted material has been downloaded from a licensed data provider and is not for distribution, except as may be authorized by the applicable terms of use. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to […]

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