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Kratom, known by the scientific name Mitragyna speciosa, is a tropical evergreen tree found in Southeast Asia. It’s also an intoxicant used both in traditional medicine and by young people to get high. This drug has come to the attention of authorities and addiction specialists only recently, especially because some of the side effects have […]

The bitter leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa, or kratom, tree indigenous to Southeast Asia contains two psychoactive compounds: mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), these compounds activate opioid receptors in the brain. In addition, kratom has stimulant effects in lower doses. The drug is known to decrease inhibitions and […]

Governor Sandoval will hold a planning session this month to come up with a plan to address the ongoing problem of prescription drug abuse in Nevada. The planning session will include professionals from state agencies and licensing boards as well as individuals with expertise in the areas of: Criminal justice intervention Prescription medication prescribing practices […]

Congress is working on addressing the ongoing problem of painkiller addiction by focusing on connecting those who are struggling with the disorder with treatment rather than limiting access to painkillers for all patients, says The New York Times. Recently, the US House of Representatives passed 18 bills with the goal of managing the opioid addiction […]

Adderall is a drug that is commonly prescribed for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in kids and adults. It is a stimulant substance that can be very effective in helping people who need assistance to focus and accomplish tasks that would otherwise be difficult. However, Adderall is also a drug that has […]