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Understanding What Happens When You Mix Ativan and Alcohol

In 2020, Health Canada updated its guidelines for benzodiazepine labelling. The organization’s goal was to reduce the problematic use of benzodiazepines (“benzos”) and prevent addiction and overdose.This update happened due to increasing concerns about polysubstance abuse. Polysubstance abuse occurs when someone misuses two or more types of substances, such as alcohol and benzos like Ativan […]

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How Long Does Alcohol Poisoning Last?

Binge drinking rates in Canada declined from 2020 to 2021. 16.6% of the population aged 12 years or older participated in heavy drinking in 2020 compared to only 15.6% in 2021. These rates can potentially decrease even further when people seek alcoholism treatment. Getting treated for problematic drinking can reduce the risk of harmful complications, such

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High-Functioning Alcoholic: How to Help, Talk to, and Live With One

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) is the authority on diagnosing mental health disorders. For example, problematic drinkers can receive an alcohol use disorder (AUD) diagnosis. In previous DSM iterations, experts divided alcoholics into different categories. One of these subtypes was the high-functioning alcoholic. While this subtype is no longer in use, it is still a

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When To Add Space Between You and a Loved One Struggling with Addiction

Table of Contents A recent study investigated the prevalence of substance use among Canadian youth in Ontario. Sadly, at least 22% of children aged 12 to 18 report using or abusing drugs, alcohol, or both. Parenting a child with a drug or alcohol addiction may feel lonely. Yet, thousands of parents face this challenge every day.

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What You Should Know About Benzos and Alcohol

Table of Contents Benzodiazepine (“benzo”) overdoses in Ontario declined 7% from 2013 to 2020. Unfortunately, the trend is reversed for teens and young adults. In this group, overdose rates rose by 67% during the same period. Doctors prescribe benzos to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other mental health conditions. These drugs are safe when used as prescribed.

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