The term “high functioning addiction” might sound almost harmless at first glance. It suggests that you are managing to get things done, still showing up for work or social obligations. However, this is exactly why such an addiction can persist unnoticed...
Kratom has this reputation that makes it tricky to talk about. Some people treat it like a harmless plant. Others call it a legal opioid. And most folks who try it are somewhere in the middle, just looking for relief. From pain. From anxiety. From withdrawals. From a...
Kratom overdose: what people mean When someone types “can you overdose on kratom?” they are usually asking one of two things. One, can kratom make you feel really sick, out of control, or like something is seriously wrong. Two, can it actually turn into a medical...
Does kratom show up on a drug test? Usually, no. Kratom typically does not show up on common workplace drug screens like a standard 5 panel or 10 panel test. Those panels are generally looking for big categories like THC, cocaine, amphetamines, PCP, and “opiates” (or...
Why kratom withdrawal can feel harder than people expect A lot of people don’t start kratom with the idea that it could turn into a withdrawal situation. It usually begins for a reason that makes sense in the moment. Pain that won’t quit. Low energy. Mood dips. Social...
