Anyone who uses alcohol or drugs runs the risk of developing an addiction. In some cases, occasional use can turn into severe dependency and addiction. Regardless of a person’s age, gender, ethnicity, or socioeconomic background, any person can be affected by substance abuse. But while it is possible for anyone who uses drugs or alcohol to develop dependencies, many people who do not develop … [Read more...]
What Percent of College Students Drink?
Drinking has become a ritual for many college students. In fact, studies show that people who don't typically drink are more likely to drink once they enter college. This begs the question: what percent of college students drink? Unfortunately, the number is much higher than people expect. Answering the Question: What Percent of College Students Drink? In 2012, the National Institute on Alcohol … [Read more...]
Which Drug Detox is Right for Me?
Detox, like addiction treatment, can vary greatly. In most cases, detox is the first step in addiction recovery, and provides many with a strong foundation upon which to build. The goal of alcohol or drug detox is to allow the body time to cleanse itself from the effects of drugs and alcohol while simultaneously managing withdrawal symptoms. Detox can be a highly individualized and unique process. … [Read more...]
Why Do College Students Drink?
According to the NCADD, four out of five college students drink. About 50% of them binge drink with their friends. Drinking’s negative effects, especially among college students, are well researched. However, few studies have answered the question: Why do college students drink? Why Do College Students Drink? Most college students have their own reasons for drinking. There are, however, a few … [Read more...]
How Substance Abuse Hinders Satisfactory Academic Progress
For students, satisfactory academic progress is a fundamental element to qualifying for financial aid and scholarships. Multiple facets combine to brand a student as either succeeding or failing in the area. Examples include a minimum grade point average of 2.00 and completing 67% of your attempted classes. However, substance abuse has a way of derailing even the most promising student’s academic … [Read more...]
What Is the Number One Drug Used by Teens?
What is the number one drug used by teens? The answer to this changes by the year and often depends on where the teens live. However, there are a few substances that have remained popular among teens all over the United States. Teens often seek out and abuse these substances on a regular basis. What Is the Number One Drug Used by Teens? According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) … [Read more...]
Understanding Teen Alcohol Abuse in College
It’s no secret that teen alcohol abuse occurs frequently on college campuses. Many college experiences include parties, binge drinking and a variety of shenanigans. The issue is that many people don’t know when they cross that invisible line from having fun to developing a legitimate alcohol use disorder. Most of the events in a person’s life have led up to the moment they go to college, and for … [Read more...]
How Yoga Helps Heal Addiction
Recently, Elizabeth Perry, MA, RYT Yoga Therapist at Sober College was the main contributor to the article "Yoga Helps Heal Addiction" in the most recent issue of Yoga Digest. Read more about yoga and addiction recovery below or click here to check out the full article. Yoga is practiced by countless people across the globe and its reach continues to expand. While highly celebrated for its … [Read more...]
The Pitfalls of Teen Substance Abuse
One of the great tragedies of youth comes when our young people become involved with drugs and/or alcohol. Addiction’s pitfalls can leave most "mature" adults helpless. It's only natural that teenagers struggle even more to fight off the effects of teen substance abuse. The Real World of Teen Substance Abuse Statistical data shows that the United States has significant drug issues among its young … [Read more...]