Drugs & Addiction
March 8, 2016
How Far is Addiction Hereditary?
It has long been debated whether or not addiction is hereditary. The “nature versus nurture” argument has circulated for years with many questioning why some…
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March 2, 2016
The Politics of Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is often discussed during presidential campaigns. It is a polarizing topic with different opinions across the board. Each of the potential candidates has…
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February 25, 2016
The True Cost of Drug Addiction
Drug addiction takes a dramatic toll on addicts as well as those around them. Addiction can manifest in many forms, and whether it is gambling,…
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February 24, 2016
Spotlight on: Teen Drug Use in 2016
In a recent study published by the University of Michigan, rates of substance abuse among teens have shown positive changes in rates of abuse among…
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February 24, 2016
The E-Cigarette Smokescreen: What’s the Truth about Smoking Aids?
Electronic cigarettes have substantially grown in popularity over the past few years. Marketed as a safe alternative to actual cigarettes, many are putting down traditional…
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February 17, 2016
Treating the Teen Prescription Drug Plague
Prescription drug abuse is on the rise throughout the United States, and teens continue to be the most affected. It is estimated that each day…
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February 9, 2016
Florida’s 5 Year Clamp Down on the Pill Mill Epidemic
Prescription drug abuse is a growing problem across the United States. Increased accessibility has made prescription medication a gateway drug for many, leading some to…
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February 3, 2016
What Scott Weiland’s Death can tell us about Drug Addiction
The news has been inundated with tragic stories of celebrity addiction gone wrong, and each one leaves us asking questions: How do these celebrities get…
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February 2, 2016
Can Magnets Help Kick Cocaine Abuse?
While there are countless treatment programs that help people overcome addiction, many believe it is not enough to simply quit using drugs or alcohol. This…
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