Drugs and alcohol have become common themes in today’s pop culture. From movies to music, from theater to TV, regular references to illicit substances are…

Caffeine is found in many beverages consumed by young American adults including energy drinks, coffee, and soft drinks. It is not uncommon to find people…

Synthetic cannabinoids are designer drugs that are created to mimic the effects of THC found in marijuana. It is often made from herbs, incense, or…

According to a report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and substance abuse is “inextricably intertwined.” Several studies have found…

Alcohol is one of the most commonly abused substances in the United States. Nearly one in six individuals consumes too much alcohol. With the perceived…

Sleep is characterized by two different types of activities: slow wave sleep (SWS) and rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. Sleep begins in the SWS phase,…

Biofeedback therapy, also known as neurofeedback therapy, is a method of training the brain to function more efficiently. This therapy can be used for a…

Marijuana is one of the most commonly abused substances among young adults in the United States. With the recent legalization of marijuana in some states,…

Molly has received a great deal of attention in the last year, thanks, in part, to increased reports of death among concert-goers using the drug.…