Alcohol and drugs have profound effects on the brain, leading to what we see as the external side effects of drug and alcohol abuse. When a person abuses a drug or gets intoxicated, there are clear outward signs and behaviors that display this. However, there are also a slew of consequences for the brain, an […]
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What is Substance-Induced Psychosis? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Drug and alcohol abuse often has serious or even life-threatening physical effects that can vary in intensity. Some individuals who abuse drugs or alcohol on a regular basis may be more likely to experience a disorder called substance-induced psychosis. Substance-induced psychosis is a serious disorder that can have lasting effects that take weeks, months or […]