Heroin, or opiate, withdrawal is the gold standard of addiction withdrawal. Imagine the worst flu of your life and then imagine knowing that taking a hit of this stuff will make it all better. Think ...

How long do symptoms of methamphetamine withdrawal typically last? At what point should I worry?—RHODA L. WICKER, FNP, Wabash, Ind. Severity and longevity of withdrawal symptoms vary greatly depending ...

Methamphetamine is a potent synthetic stimulant that affects the central nervous system. It is highly addictive and can cause serious health complications for people who use it, both short and ...

The US is leaving behind a flourishing, violent trade in heroin and crystal meth in Afghanistan. The Om weed, which contains the key ingredient for making meth, grows wild in the mountains. One in 10 ...