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Understanding Flakka Addiction, Withdrawal, and Detox

Flakka is a new-generation drug, also known as “gravel” and “zombie.” It reportedly originated from South Florida. Flakkas’ main ingredient is called Cathinones, extracted from khat plants, with known origins in the Middle East and Somalia. Natives in those areas frequently chewed on the leaves of the khat plant for its euphoric effect. The drug

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Opium Abuse Detoxification Signs, Risks, & Withdrawal Symptoms

All opiates arrive from the poppy plant, which secretes a resin-like botanical substance called opium. Opium is a natural pain killer that also creates sensations of euphoria. Opium has been exploited in one method or another by humans for at least 5,000 years.   Through the millennia, opium has advanced and is now synthesized in a

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Ambrosia Treatment Center announces Partnership with Drexel University

Philadelphia’s  to employ Drexel University co-op students & research addiction treatment outcomes Philadelphia drug rehab clinic Ambrosia Treatment Center and Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions are teaming up to provide students with real-world experience treating substance abuse and mental health. The partnership will give students hands-on healthcare experience as part of their

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Addiction & Treatment for People With Medical Conditions

You know addictions harm your relationships. Every time you get into a fight with the people you love because of your drug use, you're reminded of that. You also know that addictions hurt your finances. You probably pay your bartender or dealer more than you pay almost anyone in your life. But your addictions can

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South Carolina Addiction Status [Updated 2019]

Like much of America, South Carolina is suffering the devastating consequences of the opioid epidemic. A study by the CDC found that South Carolina overdose death rates jumped 42.5 percent from 2006 to 2016, the decade preceding the peak of overdose deaths in the US. Drugabuse.gov reports that in 2017, there were 749 overdose deaths

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