Methylphenidate, most commonly referred to as Concerta, is a prescription stimulant prescribed to treat ADHD. When used under a doctor's care as a treatment for ADHD, Concerta has a calming…

Demerol is a prescription pain reliever prescribed to treat moderate to severe pain. Opioid drugs such as Demerol can become highly addictive when abused because of the “euphoric high” drug…

Addiction to self-harm often begins when emotions become overwhelming. The person looks for ways to express or numb the pain and may engage in self-harm as a coping mechanism. When…

Kleptomania is a form of impulse control disorder. It is diagnosed based on the signs and symptoms. The disorder is defined as the recurring inability to resist the urge to…

Zaleplon, commonly known as Sonata, is a fast-acting sleeping aid. Sonata is easy to abuse due to its half-life of an hour and is typically abused when immediate sleep is…

Codeine is an opioid painkiller and is usually mixed with other pharmaceuticals to make prescription medications like cough suppressants. Despite popular belief, codeine is very potent and can become habit-forming.…