Tag: Alcohol Withdrawal

effect of drug abuse on eyes

Drug Use’s Effects on the Eyes: What Drugs Cause Dilated Pupils?

Pupil dilation can happen for many reasons, but pupils dilate or shrink when they’re exposed to direct light. Pupils can dilate through internal and external conditions, such as drugs, or intense emotions such as staring into the eyes of a loved one. The muscles in the pupil contract to protect the eyes from too much [...]
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What Other Symptoms Accompany Alcohol Withdrawal Dreams?

Alcohol Withdrawal Dreams

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), one out of 12 American adults suffered from a substance use disorder. That totals to almost 19 million American adults. While substance use disorders can manifest in many ways, alcohol use disorder is particularly prominent. In fact, the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) found that in 2019 over 14 million adults suffered from an alcohol use disorder.

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