Marijuana and alcohol are two of the most commonly abused substances among young adults. When used together, the consequences of abuse can be more detrimental. According to a recent study published in the May issue of the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, teens who use marijuana and alcohol together are at an increased risk to drive while under the influence. Teens that use these two … [Read more...]
Organized Sports Help Teens Avoid Risky Behaviors
A recent study published in the journal Academic Pediatrics examined the positive influence of organized sports participation on teens. Dartmouth researchers discovered that teens who participate in an activity several times a week were less likely to to try smoking or drinking, suggesting that the way adolescents spend their time directly impacts the risk factors for experimentation. Whether … [Read more...]
Powdered Alcohol May Be Arriving Soon
A new product called Palcohol received a great deal of attention last week when media outlets reported the freeze-dried alcohol in powdered form received approval from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax Trade Bureau. More recently, a spokesman from the company released a statement that the approval was “issued in error”, but that hasn’t caused the conversation to die down. Palcohol is expected to hit … [Read more...]
Smoking Alcohol: A Dangerous New Fad
A new form of of drinking, known as “smoking alcohol”, has been gaining in popularity among young adults and adolescents. Using dry ice or homemade vaporizers, young adults are experimenting with alcohol in a new way that delivers the effects of alcohol almost instantaneously and puts many at risk to experience other potentially damaging side effects. The fad has even gone so far as to appeal to … [Read more...]
The Dangers of Mixing Energy Drinks and Stimulants
Energy drinks are popularly consumed by young adults and often mixed with alcohol to increase the effects of both substances. The combination of caffeine and alcohol produces higher concentrations of alcohol in the bloodstream, resulting in higher rates of intoxication in shorter periods of time, leading some to consume more than alcohol than others. The mixture can cause a number of side … [Read more...]
Casual Marijuana Use Changes the Brain
New research into casual marijuana use during adolescence indicates that even limited usage can cause structural changes in the brain. The study, published in The Journal of Neuroscience, examined the long-term impact of low and moderate usage of marijuana on the brain. Researchers specifically identified two regions of the brain that differ in size and shape between those who do not use … [Read more...]
Occasional Drug Use in College-Aged Youth Show Brain Differences
Drug use in young adults has grown exponentially in recent years. While substance abuse continues to rise, drug use in those who classify themselves as occasional users of stimulants, such as cocaine, and certain prescription drugs, has proven to produce effects on the brain that may lead to deepening addiction later in life. The study published in the March 26 issue of the Journal of … [Read more...]
Symptoms of drug use – is your child using drugs?
Drug & Alcohol Use - Telltale Signs Today Sober College launched its Telltale signs of drug use tool. Simply provide some information about relevant symptoms demonstrated by your child and the tool will assess whether they are likely using drugs or alcohol. This blog post contains a more detailed breakdown of symptoms associated with alcohol and some of the main recreational drug … [Read more...]
Marijuana vs Synthetic Marijuana
Marijuana is one of the most frequently abused substances among young adults. Many believe that marijuana's side effects are not harmful and that the substance is not addictive nor dangerous. This misconception has led many young adults to experiment without considering the consequences of their actions. Marijuana is abused through a number of methods including smoking a hand-rolled … [Read more...]