In a recent and troubling development, Quetiapine, usually prescribed for mental health patients as an atypical antipsychotic better known by its brand name Seroquel, is now also being seen in street drug testing labs in a handful of states including Wisconsin. Now turning up as an undisclosed adulterant in illicit heroin, it is usually unknown […]
Addiction is a complex and multifaceted issue that affects individuals and society as a whole. In order to address this problem effectively, it is essential to have a clear understanding of what makes a substance addictive and the impact it has on individuals and society. What Makes a Substance Addictive? Various factors contribute to the […]
Many drug abusers often recognize the smell of drugs before they have even seen any drugs around them. This is especially true of drugs that are smoked. For example, marijuana is known for having a very distinct smell that is often recognizable to both smokers and non-smokers. However, cocaine produces a far different aroma and […]
If you have a loved one that you suspect is using heroin, you are no doubt incredibly worried about the consequences. They may be denying that they have a problem, which makes the issue even more problematic. Trying to figure out the truth can be hard, but there are signs to spot. Fortunately, the answer […]
Do you suspect that a loved one has an addiction to pharmaceuticals? You may have noticed changes in their appearance or how they act. You may also have found pills that belong to them. One of the most common pills that people with addiction problems take is Xanax, which is a medication containing alprazolam and […]
Like many drugs, heroin is not always easy to recognize. While this is just a natural characteristic of the drug, it often helps heroin abusers hide their addiction from friends and family. It also makes heroin even more dangerous, as someone could accidentally ingest it (believing that it is something else) and experience potentially fatal […]
If you have not used cocaine before, you might assume that all cocaine looks the same. However, this is simply not the case. While most cocaine comes as a white powder, there are sometimes variations in the color of cocaine. And even when cocaine comes as a white powder, it can look and smell different. […]
From the well-known crack cocaine to brown cocaine and pink cocaine, unfortunately, there are multiple forms of this dangerous substance. The risks of abusing cocaine depend on the chemical makeup and potency of each type. In this post, Prosperity Haven, leaders in addiction rehabilitation, explore fish scale cocaine, including its effects and dangers, and recovery […]
People take drugs in many different ways. Some people snort drugs, some smoke them, other people choose to take them orally, while others still prefer injecting. But there is another method of taking drugs that is not often spoken about. This method is known as boofing drugs. Read on as Prosperity Haven explores the definition of boofing […]
