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Ibogaine for Opiate Addiction Treatment: Miracle Cure or Illegal and Dangerous?
Ibogaine addiction treatment - can a single session really cure opioid addiction (no withdrawal symptoms or drug cravings)? Learn more about the risks and benefits here.
Nigella Sativa (Black Seed) a Natural Opiate Withdrawal Cure?
Used for thousands of years as a traditional medicine, nigella sativa is a safe and effective complementary medicine that treats everything from cancer, to arthritis - and possibly opiate withdrawal. Learn more about the benefits (and risks) of this affordable and natural home-remedy for opiate withdrawal.
Passionflower to Treat Opiate Withdrawal Symptoms
Learn more about this herbal medicine that’s research-proven to reduce the agitation, irritability, insomnia and anxiety of an opiate withdrawal.
Treat PTSD with MDMA? The Research Case for Using Ecstasy in Trauma Therapy
Drugs have been used to facilitate psychotherapy. MDMA has such a history and such a potential. What is MDMA, how is it used, and why might it be effective?
L-Theanine for Anxiety – Self Medicating Anxiety with Tea?
How about a cup of tea? L-theanine may not replace your need for therapy or medication, but if you struggle with stress or anxiety, or even if you don’t, the soothing and cognition enhancing effects of this tea amino acid may be just what you need.
Evidence Supporting Aromatherapy for Anxiety Management
Mounting evidence suggests aromatherapy can help reduce anxiety. Most people can use this affordable therapy without experiencing negative side effects, so if you struggle with stress or anxiety, maybe you should add a little lavender or citrus to your daily routine! Read on to find out more.
Scientology and Saunas in Drug Treatment
Programs that offer sauna treatments as a core component are likely Scientology-related. This treatment is not backed by any legitimate medical organization.
Biofeedback in Addiction Treatment
Biofeedback Therapy is a relatively new form of alternative therapy that uses specialized instruments and technology to measure quantifiable reactions and responses of the body.
Ayahuasca as an Addiction Treatment: Shamanic Visions to Cure Your Addiction?
Can an intense Amazonian hallucinogen help you to overcome drug or alcohol addiction? Read on to learn more about how Ayahuasca works and to find out where you can get treatment with this traditional shamanic medicine if you so desire.
5-HTP for Depression - Does It Work? Is It Safe?
Thinking about taking the natural supplement 5-HTP for depression, anxiety, fibromyalgia or any number of other serotonin linked conditions? Well, read on to find a summary of the clinical research on its effectiveness and a discussion on the risks and side effects of its use.