LAUGHING GAS: NOT A LAUGHING MATTER
Laughing gas, or Nitrous Oxide, is a colorless, odourless and tasteless gas, most commonly used as a local anaesthetic by dentists. It is also commonly used in the preparation of… Read more »
Category: Zorba Journal
Addiction during COVID-19 period
COVID-19 presents unique difficulties to all of us. We’re all in this together, we’re hearing, we’re reading, we’re telling ourselves how we’re going through these extraordinary times. But who could… Read more »
The Pill Addiction Guide
Pills are recommended by doctors for a number of purposes. Medications are available to reduce blood pressure, relieve pain, and monitor disease symptoms and much more. Not all drugs, however,… Read more »
How long it takes for Rehab Programs
One aspect of deciding to enter a drug rehabilitation centre is the duration of the program. Most people would like a miraculous overnight recovery, which given the nature of the… Read more »
Family and Substance Abuse: Family Support in Recovery
It is a misconception of most people that when there is an addict in the family, he/she should be treated and once they come back they should be cured. The… Read more »
I am Not An Addict, I Do Not Need Help | ZORBACARE
We know that self-anger, self-disgust, shame, and the accompanying frustration and depression are among the greatest challenges of overcoming addiction. We feel fragmented, made of pieces that can’t possibly fit… Read more »
What Is Marijuana Addiction
Marijuana or Cannabis, also known as weed, pot, skunk, boom, kif, ganja, herb, grass, bud, gangster, reefer, mary-jane, dope, dagga, and bhang, is one of the most commonly available psychoactive… Read more »
What Is Alcoholism
Alcoholism or Alcohol use disorder is a problematic pattern of alcohol intake, which leads to clinically significant impairment or distress in a person’s life. The presence of the following symptoms… Read more »
How To Stop Drinking Alcohol
The easiest way to stop drinking alcohol according to a lot of people who are not educated in the field of addiction is to ‘JUST STOP’. However, it doesn’t work,… Read more »
How Does Rehab Help Drug Addicts
Society has moved forward in leaps and bounds especially with the awareness of mental health. Gone are the days where ignorance reigned supreme and people were scared and hesitant towards… Read more »