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I have been taking Loratab for my bad teeth and just to get high. If someone has a mental problem before taking this, Well does this drug mess with their head psycologically? I feel I get weirded out. Thanks
Hi, thanks for your question. If you have existing mental problems the drug could cause you to get "weirded out". Opiates like Lortabs really affect the "feel good" chemicals in our brains and when you're not taking them you can really often feel pretty bummed and off center.
If you have dental problems severe enough to take Lortabs then I would really recommend that you try to have them fixed so you can stop taking the pills. Opiate addiction is not something to be taken lightly...if you find that you can't quit taking the pills after you take care of your teeth, then find some sort of counseling to help you get past the cravings for the drug. If you see a psychiatrist or psychologist, then please let them know what's going on so they can help you through this.
I hope that this helps.
Good Luck,
Charles
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Charles I.
Expertise
There is no one cause for addiction and it must be approached from a biopsychosocial perspective. I can offer answers to questions concerning substance abuse (alcohol and drugs) and related topics such as depression and anxiety. I will not answer questions concerning medical opinion or diagnosis.
Experience
I currently work as a substance abuse counselor and I have extensive experience from counseling in an outpatient setting as well as counseling in an opiate maintenance therapy (methadone) center. In addition, I am a recovering addict with over 15 years of recovery and personal experience.
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Sociology. Working toward my Masters in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling.
Awards and Honors
Life time member of the United Chapters of Alpha Kappa Delta International Sociology Honor Society.
Past/Present Clients
I have experience in working with the homeless, domestic violence victims, sexual abuse victims and the public in general.
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