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December 20, 2025

Is Gabapentin an Opioid? Understanding This Commonly Prescribed Medication

No, gabapentin is not an opioid, it's an anticonvulsant that treats seizures and nerve pain through different mechanisms. Learn the key differences and risks.

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How long does OxyContin stay in your system - healthcare professional holds urine drug test container and test strip in medical setting

December 19, 2025

How Long Does OxyContin Stay in Your System? Urine, Blood, Saliva & Hair Tests

OxyContin typically stays in urine for 3-4 days, blood for 24 hours, and hair for 90 days. Learn what affects detection times and when to seek help.

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Schizoid vs schizotypal personality disorders concept showing woman with closed eyes in peaceful, introspective pose representing emotional detachment and internal experience

December 18, 2025

Schizoid vs Schizotypal Personality Disorders: Symptoms, Differences & Treatment

While both involve social withdrawal, schizoid personality disorder features emotional detachment and isolation, while schizotypal involves odd beliefs and perceptual distortions.

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How does alcohol affect the brain and judgment - distracted male driver drinking while in traffic, demonstrating impaired decision-making

December 17, 2025

How Does Alcohol Affect the Brain? Understanding the Neurological Impact

Alcohol disrupts brain neurotransmitters like GABA and glutamate, affecting memory, judgment, and coordination. Learn about short-term effects, long-term damage, and recovery.

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Is cocaine addictive? A small bag of white powder, a syringe, and a lighter sit sharply in focus on a broken concrete surface, while a man in a hoodie slumps blurred in the background against a peeling wall.

December 16, 2025

Is Cocaine Addictive? How the Drug Hijacks Your Brain's Reward System

Cocaine is highly addictive, rapidly altering brain chemistry and creating intense cravings. Learn how cocaine addiction develops and treatment options available.

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Humorous conceptual image about how to recover from edibles: a wide-eyed red-haired man in a gray tank top clutches an overfull jar of colorful candies and gummies, with several gummy worms and sweets stuffed in his mouth, looking overwhelmed as if he’s eaten far too much.

December 15, 2025

How to Recover From Edibles: Expert Guide to Managing Overconsumption

Took too many edibles? Recovery takes 6-12 hours. Learn therapist-backed strategies to manage anxiety, nausea, and paranoia while your body processes THC.

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