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Written by Meri Sargsyan Reviewed by Sareen Khodabakhsh, LMFT For many, stimulants like Adderall offer a necessary edge for managing ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) or high-pressure career demands, but the initial productivity boost often carries a steep physiological price tag. As the medication begins to leave your system, the surge of energy and invincibility […]

Written by Meri Sargsyan Reviewed by Sareen Khodabakhsh, LMFT If you have been prescribed Wellbutrin (bupropion) to manage depression, seasonal affective disorder, or to help you quit smoking, you likely have questions about how this medication fits into your lifestyle. One of the most common questions patients ask their doctors is: “Can I still have […]

Written by Meri Sargsyan Reviewed by Sareen Khodabakhsh, LMFT It doesn’t always start with something you can see; sometimes it begins with something you can smell. That powerful, chemical smell that comes out of nowhere, like burned plastic, harsh cleanser, or the intense, biting smell of nail paint remover. It might be coming from the […]

Written by Meri Sargsyan Reviewed by Sareen Khodabakhsh, LMFT People frequently say that the eyes are the windows to the soul, but in terms of health and addiction, they are also windows to the body’s internal condition. One of the most reliable physical signs that someone is under the influence of drugs is that their […]

Written by Sareen Khodabakhsh, LMFT One of the most common debates surrounding substance use disorder (SUD) is whether addiction is a disease or a choice. At House of Life, we hear this question often—from clients, families, and even the wider community. The truth is that addiction is both more complex and more hopeful than this […]

Written by Meri Sargsyan Reviewed by Sareen Khodabakhsh, LMFT This case wasn’t an outlier. Over the past decade, fish scale cocaine, a highly refined, ultra-potent form of cocaine, has become increasingly common in emergency rooms and addiction clinics. Unlike the diluted street cocaine many providers are familiar with, this variant is often 90% pure or […]

Reviewed by Sareen Khodabakhsh, LMFT Heroin is a highly addictive opioid that poses significant dangers to individuals and communities. Recognizing the signs of heroin use is crucial for intervention and seeking help. This thorough article will give a full guide to detecting heroin based on its look, what does heroin smell like, and taste, along […]

Written by Meri Sargsyan Reviewed by Sareen Khodabakhsh, LMFT The landscape of illicit substances is constantly evolving, increasing the risks associated with recreational drug use. Marijuana, often obtained through unregulated channels, is susceptible to a dangerous practice: lacing. The term “laced weed” is a growing concern, highlighting the critical need for awareness regarding the adulteration […]

Written by Meri Sargsyan Reviewed by Sareen Khodabakhsh, LMFT What Is Pink Cocaine? Most of the time, when you hear the word “cocaine,” you think of a white powder. Pink cocaine, on the other hand, is a newer, more mysterious drug that is growing more popular, especially during parties. This is not regular cocaine that […]

Written by Meri Sargsyan Reviewed by Sareen Khodabakhsh, LMFT Cocaine has a hidden, harmful cost that goes beyond the rush and the instant high: it slowly and steadily destroys the very pathways via which people commonly use it. People know a lot about how cocaine hurts the heart and brain, but not many people realize […]