Drugs & Addiction
January 13, 2016
A Bitter Truth; The Shocking Dangers of Sugar Addiction
Sugar is something we consume regularly from a very young age. In many cases, sugar consumption begins before we even have a say in the…
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January 12, 2016
Special K; Ketamine Use Around the World
Ketamine is an anesthetic that is used to induce a lack of sensation or feeling prior to surgery or other medical procedures. In some cases,…
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January 6, 2016
The Most Harmful Drugs in The World: Get Informed
Drug use in young adults is on the rise. While all drugs can be dangerous, it’s important to stay informed and understand which drugs are…
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January 5, 2016
How Binge Drinking While Young Can Permanently Destroy your Brain
Many people begin drinking alcohol during adolescence or young adulthood. This is often due to peer pressure and the perception that alcohol consumption at this…
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December 22, 2015
The Rise of the Middle-Aged Addict
As a society, we largely view substance abuse and addiction as a problem of the youth. When we talk about addiction, we are most often…
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December 16, 2015
Can an Anti-Alcoholism Drug Help Cure HIV?
Antabuse, also known as disulfiram, is a drug used to treat alcoholism. The drug has been used in treatment for over 60 years and is…
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December 15, 2015
The Decriminalization Dilemma; the Risk of Ireland’s New Drug Policy
In many countries, drug addiction carries with it a negative stigma. Some drugs, such as marijuana, have recently been garnering national attention with discussions surrounding…
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December 9, 2015
The Problem with Pessimism: Is Negativity an Addiction?
Addiction is most frequently discussed and understood as an addiction to a physical substance. Drugs, alcohol, gambling, and even food addictions are well-known; however, there…
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December 8, 2015
Extra Cheese: The Current State of Food Addiction
Drugs and alcohol are most commonly referenced when discussing addiction. Most people are aware of addiction to these substances and acknowledge the need for education…
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December 2, 2015
Top-5 Reasons People Relapse in Long-term Recovery
Individuals in early recovery exude ambition and are highly motivated to achieve a healthier life. The endless possibilities of the recovery process seem to instantly…
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