Drugs & Addiction

December 20, 2016
Television: Step Away from the Addiction
Binge-watching television shows has become the new norm. “Binging” is usually defined as watching at least two or three episodes of a show in one…
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December 18, 2016
Substance Abuse Issues on College Campuses
Does alcohol abuse at universities point toward a generation of students with self-indulgent tendencies? Are substance abuse issues on college campuses an extension of habits…
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December 15, 2016
Understanding Problems College Students Face
It’s easy to point to typical problems college students face as being the reasons for increasing substance abuse issues. Nobody denies that these young adults…
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December 13, 2016
Am I At Risk for Addiction?
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.…
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December 9, 2016
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…
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December 8, 2016
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…
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December 6, 2016
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…
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December 3, 2016
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…
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December 1, 2016
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.…
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