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Monthly Archives: August 2013

Facts about Cocaine

Some interesting facts about Cocaine Cocaine is a strong stimulate that affects the body’s central nervous system.  Cocaine is a white crystalline powder that is often mixed with sugar, cornstarch, vitamins and/or flour. Crack cocaine looks like a small rock, chunk or chip and it is sometimes off-white or pink in color.  Common names for … Read More

Addiction

Addiction We hear addiction discussed often, but you may wonder, just what is addiction? Teenadvice.about.com indicates that, “Addiction is a physiological dependence on something. It is both physical and psychological in nature. When you are addicted you literally need whatever it is that feeds that addiction. Addiction is not limited to drugs or alcohol. Addiction … Read More

The Genetics of Alcoholism

The Genetics of Alcoholism Does alcoholism truly run in families?  If your parent is an alcoholic will you be one too?  Many people have wondered at these questions and much study and research has gone into answering them.  The National Institute of Alcoholism  published an article titled, “Genetics of Alcohol Use Disorders” which gives some … Read More