Although the college rankings report changes every year, even the best college campuses have a drug abuse problem. The only difference is the ease with which you can identify it. In some settings, drug use among students takes place behind closed doors. In others, drinking or drug use takes place in the open. Should We Blame School Administrators? Binge drinking and fraternity/sorority parties … [Read more...]
Why a Detox Program for Students Works
Trying to overcome an alcohol or drug addiction at any age is difficult. Young people looking for help can benefit from attending a detox program for students. When struggling with an addiction, people often battle with their own mind without realizing it. Many of them believe that they can’t get well, or they think they can recover on their own. Unfortunately, those who try to self-detox often … [Read more...]
Where Can College Students Learn How to Overcome Addiction?
Addiction is a dangerous disorder that, unfortunately, affects a number of college students across the country. Learning how to overcome addiction starts with understanding the disease itself. Understanding Drug Abuse Is the First Step in Learning How to Overcome Addiction Students experiment with drugs for a number of reasons. Some try drugs for the first time out of pure curiosity. Others do it … [Read more...]
What Percentage of College Sexual Assaults Involve Alcohol?
With increasing media reports about college campus rapes and attempted assaults, do you ever wonder what percentage of college sexual assaults involve alcohol? Is it possible to stop this problem before it starts in the young adult years? In fact, when does drinking alcohol actually become a problem for today’s college-bound demographic? Statistics Draw a Grim Picture Before exploring what … [Read more...]
Concerta Vs. Adderall: How to Differentiate & Be More Informed
Both Concerta and Adderall activate certain areas of the brain responsible for maintaining focus, but contain highly addictive properties. It’s important to understand what makes them different so you can make the right choice. Prescribed by physicians to treat ADHD and narcolepsy, both medications can produce feelings of relaxation and a euphoric high by stimulating the central nervous … [Read more...]
Drunk Driving IS Buzzed Driving: Michael Floyd DUI
On December 12, 2016, Michael Floyd was found unconscious at the wheel of his car in the middle of the night in Scottsdale, Arizona. The police woke him up and measured his blood alcohol content (BAC). Floyd registered a BAC of .217, way over the legal limit to drive (.08 BAC). Floyd was contained by the police and could face harsh punishment. Arizona law states that anyone driving with a BAC over … [Read more...]
The Most Widely Used Drug in the United States Is…
There is little doubt that the most widely used drug in the United States is alcohol. Because it’s legal to both buy and consume, alcohol use is prevalent across the nation. However, this is only a small part of the story. In fact, young adult drug use is vastly different from that observed in older generations. Statistics Show Alarming Increases in Alcohol and Prescription Drug Abuse Among … [Read more...]
Focus on the Danger: What Does Adderall Do?
The combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, Adderall is a stimulant. So what does Adderall do? Doctors prescribe the drug to help children and adults with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) stay focused. Unfortunately, college students often take it to aid all-night study sessions before tests and enhance partying habits. While most students think of Adderall as nothing … [Read more...]
Combating Social Drinking at College
College represents a time to make new friends, experience exciting adventures and conquer various social challenges. Unfortunately, part of the experience often includes social drinking at college. Although drinking in itself isn’t harmful, it can quickly spiral into an addiction due to minimal adult supervision, peer pressure and a lack of support. Why Alcohol Addiction Is the Easiest to … [Read more...]