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Erin Tejada

Erin Tejada is a senior science writer at Biology Insights specializing in neurobiology and substance use. Based in Warwick, Rhode Island, she worked as a municipal health reporter before turning her attention to brain science. Tejada graduated with a BA in Journalism and reports on how pharmaceuticals alter neural pathways.

Ritalin Tolerance: Signs, Causes, and How to Manage It
Can Fentanyl Cause Psychosis? A Look at the Evidence
What Is Adderall Psychosis? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
What Does Fentanyl Do to the Brain?
Can Fentanyl Cause Permanent Brain Damage?
What Are CNS Depressants? Types, Effects, and Risks
What Steroids Do Athletes Use to Boost Performance?
What Drugs Make You Forget Things & How They Work
What Does Vyvanse Feel Like? Mental and Physical Effects
What Is a Football Pill and Why Is It So Dangerous?
What Drugs Help You Focus and Are They Safe?
How to Stop Dizziness From Lexapro Withdrawal
What Does Adderall Feel Like Without ADHD?
What Do Barbiturates Do to Your Brain and Body?
Why Adderall Is Addictive: What Happens in Your Brain
What Do Drugs Do to Your Body and Brain?
What Are Tranquilizer Drugs and How Do They Work?
Is OxyContin a Depressant? Opioid Effects Explained
What Does Amphetamine Do to Your Brain and Body?
What Is EPO? Uses, Health Risks, and Doping Facts
Is Pseudoephedrine Addictive or Just Habit-Forming?
What Drug Releases the Most Dopamine in the Brain?
What Is Yeska Drug? Effects, Risks, and Legal Status
Why Do Stimulants Make Me Hungry?
What Happens If You Take ADHD Medication Without ADHD?
What Does an Adderall Crash Feel Like?
What Does Phenobarbital Feel Like? Effects & Sensations
Can Stimulants Cause Seizures?
Is Phentermine Like Speed? A Scientific Comparison
Can Dextromethorphan (DXM) Cause Brain Damage?