Guide: What is Ecstasy?
Sadly, ecstasy is one of the most popular used drugs —especially among youth —today.
Category: Drug Abuse
Alcohol and Drug Dependence: How They Connect
How do alcohol and drug dependence connect? What do people who either suffer from substance abuse issues or may be prone to them need to know?
Sober Living: Study Examines Illicit Drug Use
As we focus on sober living, a study examines illicit drug use in college.
Marijuana Rehab Needs Grow as Use Increases
With an eye on marijuana rehab needs, the University of Michigan reports that college students’ marijuana use “was at the highest levels seen in the past three decades in 2016, and that trend remained true in 2017, according to the annual national Monitoring the Future Panel Study.”
Infographic: Survey Shows Reporting on Teen Drug and Alcohol Abuse
This animated infographic on teen drug and alcohol abuse was produced by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, as part of Monitoring the Future, an annual survey of 8th, 10th, and 12th graders conducted by researchers at the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan. Transcript: Survey on Teen Drug and Alcohol Abuse 00:00 Music plays … Read More
Drug Related Car Crashes on Rise in Utah
Drug Related Car Crashes on Rise in Uta A recent report in a Salt Lake City newspaper indicated that drug-related fatal car crashes are on the rise in Utah again. The report indicates that 108 individuals from Utah were killed in incidents where someone chose to drink or use drugs before getting behind the wheel … Read More
NSS-2 Bridge: A New Device Approved to Aid in Opioid Withdrawals
NSS-2 Bridge: A New Device Approved to Aid in Opioid Withdrawals The innovative NSS-2 Bridge is a new de vice recently approved by the FDA to aid in opioid withdrawal pain. For many this is very exciting news! The bridge looks similar in size to a hearing aid. It fits behind the ear with attached … Read More
Drug Abuse & Pregnancy
Drug Abuse & Pregnancy Abusing drugs anytime is risky, but when pregnancy is in the cards, abusing drugs not only impacts you but also your unborn child. Drug abuse during pregnancy can result in deformities, low birth weight, miscarriage, premature labor, placental abruption, and even infant or maternal death. Different drugs impact the pregnancy in … Read More
Moms and Drug Abuse
Moms and Drug Abus Ten years ago, it was reported that at least 18 million women aged 26 and older take prescription medications for unintended purposes. Today, that number is even higher, and many of those abusing drugs include women who are moms. Some are surprised to find out how many moms deal with drug … Read More
Diet Pills
Diet Pills Diet pills are popular because they aid in helping users control or maintain their weight. But how safe are they? What are the dangers associated with diet pills? This post addresses these questions. Diet pills are both prescription and over-the-counter supplements which inhibit body processes that affect weight by increasing metabolism, suppressing appetite … Read More