Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most common childhood disorder in the world. It affects 5% of the general population, yet some estimates show that 90% of adults with ADHD do not have a diagnosis. Canada is no different. Some doctors have seen a 25% uptick in ADHD cases since the pandemic. Still, this increase
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Did you know that in 2019 at least three percent of Canadians used one illegal drug? The use of illicit drugs is on the rise, and the drugs getting abused might surprise you. One drug to be on the lookout for is GHB. But what is GHB? And how long does GHB stay in your system? Keep
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Though Canadian officials have legalized cannabis use, that doesn’t mean the drug is safe. Among the dangers that weed users face, addiction is one of the biggest ones. According to experts, marijuana users still have a 9% likelihood of becoming addicted. If this has happened to you, you probably aren’t sure where to go for help.
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It is no secret that opioid addiction rates are on the rise all over North America. In response, treatment for opioid use disorder is becoming more and more available. However, there are still many people who do not know how this treatment works or where to find it. In this blog post, we will discuss how
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It may seem that the prevalence of cocaine use in Canada is low in comparison to other countries, but for those that struggle with addiction, the cost to quality of life is high. Cocaine is a powerful stimulant that can produce feelings of euphoria and increased energy. However, it is also very addictive. In this
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A great portion of people in Canada are suffering from some form of addiction. In fact, about 21% of the Canadian population will meet the criteria for addiction in their lifetime. So, what exactly is addiction? And what’s the difference between drug addiction and abuse? Drug addiction and drug abuse are two different concepts. Drug addiction
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Currently, there are more than 3.24 billion gamers worldwide. Playing video games is one of the most popular hobbies there is. While this kind of pastime can be fun for many, it can also cause video game addiction. Video game addiction can be just as bad as drug addiction since these games affect the brain in
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How long does ketamine stay in your system? This is a question that many people are wondering about. Ketamine is often used as a horse tranquillizer, but many people are using it for recreational purposes. There have even been reports of overdoses on ketamine. In this blog post, we will discuss the effects of ketamine on
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Around the world, more than 350 million people have problematic gambling habits. In Canada, some of the worst gambling addicts lose more than $500,000 a year! Like most addictions, bad habits begin with a small, innocent action, but gradually lead to something much more sinister. One common question is: “Is gambling addiction worse than drug addiction?” In this
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Pornography is consumed by every group to some extent, and that’s not inherently a bad thing. For example, single men say they watch about two hours of porn every week on average, which doesn’t necessarily cause issues. However, some people can also drink socially for a couple of hours a week, while others struggle with alcohol
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