10 Most Addictive Drugs List
The technical definition of a drug is “any chemical substance that affects the central nervous system.” Determining the most addictive drugs has been a challenge for researchers and results …
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What Is Addiction?
When thinking of the term “addiction” many people associate it with drugs. Thinking of an “addict” often brings forth images of someone in the streets looking for their next fix of heroin or…
Read articleAre Antidepressants Addictive? It’s Debatable.
Addiction is defined as repeatedly engaging in a particular behavior or using a substance to experience pleasure, regardless of the consequences. Some believe that addiction can be a result …
Read articlePaxil vs. Placebo: 2014 Meta-Analysis with Unpublished Data Questions Drug’s Efficacy
A new meta-analysis recently showed that the antidepressant Paxil (Paroxetine) is only slightly more effective than a placebo for both depression and anxiety disorders. Prior to this finding…
Read articlePanic Attack / Panic Disorder Medication List
Experiencing a panic attack can be a frightening experience that results in physical symptoms (such as sweating and palpitations) and mental symptoms (such as fear of losing control or dying…
Read articleWhat Is A Panic Attack? DSM-IV Definition, Causes, Treatments
A panic attack is defined as a sudden (or unexpected) surge of anxiety or fear. During this surge of fear, a person typically experiences a combination of cognitive and physical symptoms rel…
Read articleWhat Causes Brain Freeze? (Ice Cream Headaches)
Brain freeze is an uncomfortable sensation that feels like the inside of your head (or brain) has frozen after consuming a cold beverage or food such as ice cream. Some people also use the t…
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