Gaming is one of the world’s most popular leisure activities — enjoyed responsibly by billions of people without any clinical consequence. The vast majority of even heavy gamers do not have gaming disorder and are not at meaningful clinical risk. This is an important starting point: the clinical concept of
Shopping Addiction Help IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: This article is informational and not medical advice. Compulsive buying disorder requires assessment by qualified professionals. Financial consequences may require consultation with financial or legal advisors. Compulsive buying disorder — known historically as oniomania, from the Greek onios (for sale) — is a behavioral pattern
THC vaping has transformed cannabis use — and not in a harmless way. Sleek vape pens and high-potency cartridges and concentrates have made it possible to consume extraordinarily concentrated THC discreetly, conveniently, and almost continuously. For many people, especially younger users, this has fueled a pattern of dependence that looks quite different from traditional cannabis use. Vaping THC addiction is a genuinely modern crisis, driven by potency, convenience, and concealability. This article explains why vape
Today it is important to take into consideration that the patients we are receiving are highly informed people. The treatment approach must be multidisciplinary, there are great disciplines such as psychoanalysis that from my perspective are losing weight and importance around most modern treatments, I believe that this evolution demands a theoretical adaptation to regain the importance and weight in understanding the human mind as it relates to the fisrt person. A good answer to
Understanding Dopamine: A Neurotransmitter Overview Psychoactive substances wield varied effects on brain function, and one notable impact is the heightened release of dopamine. To comprehend this phenomenon, it’s essential to delve into what dopamine represents in the central nervous system. Dopamine’s Crucial Role in Brain Function Dopamine, a pivotal neurotransmitter, facilitates signal transmission between nerve cells in the brain. Its involvement spans the regulation of motor behavior, cognition, motivation, sleep, attention, and mood. Any imbalance
IMPORTANT NOTE: Temazcal is a voluntary activity at Oceánica; participation is never required. Certain medical conditions may contraindicate participation — the clinical team assesses individual suitability. This article is informational and not medical advice. Among the distinctive features of treatment in Mexico — and one that distinguishes Oceánica from treatment programs in the United States — is the temazcal: a traditional pre-Hispanic sweat lodge ceremony rooted in Mesoamerican indigenous culture. The temazcal is not a
Alprazolam, commonly known as Xanax is a prescription medication widely used in Mexico and around the world, designed to manage anxiety and panic disorders. Like any other medication there are regulations, uses and concerns related to the availability and use of alprazolam in Mexico. This article aims to provide an exploration of aspects of alprazolam in Mexico including its uses, regulations, availability, concerns and the importance of responsible usage. Alprazolam uses in Mexico: Healthcare professionals
Sometimes the most useful tools are the simplest. The CAGE questionnaire is just four yes-or-no questions, takes under a minute, and has been used by doctors for decades as a quick first screen for alcohol problems. Its brevity is its strength: it’s easy to remember, easy to answer honestly, and surprisingly revealing. This article explains where the CAGE comes from, walks through each of its four questions, clarifies what a “positive” result means, and
Functional alcoholism is one of the most under-recognized forms of alcohol use disorder, precisely because the people who have it look like they are doing fine. They keep their jobs, pay their bills, and show up for their families. But beneath that competent surface, a serious and progressive disorder may be taking hold. Recognizing functional alcoholism means looking past the absence of obvious catastrophe and noticing the quieter patterns. Here are 11 evidence-based warning
“Marijuana isn’t addictive.” It’s one of the most persistent beliefs about cannabis — and it’s not what the science says. The reality, established by extensive research and reflected in medical diagnostic systems, is that marijuana addiction is real. It’s formally recognized as cannabis use disorder, and it affects a meaningful portion of regular users. This isn’t a moral argument about cannabis; it’s a factual one about how the substance affects the brain and behavior.
Hallucinogens — a category including LSD, psilocybin (magic mushrooms), and others — occupy an unusual place in conversations about drugs. They’re often described as non-addictive, and in the classic sense of physical dependence, that’s largely accurate. But this framing misses something important: hallucinogens carry real psychological risks that exist quite apart from classic addiction. The dangers here are less about physical dependence and more about effects on perception, mental health, and psychological wellbeing — risks
