Sober Stories

The mainstream media is often one of the biggest influences in young adults’ lives. For instance, the growing representation of Molly in pop culture has…

Approximately one in ten children in the United States are diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Stimulant medications are often prescribed to treat ADHD,…

Central nervous system (CNS) depressants, also known as sedatives and tranquilizers, are substances that slow down brain activity and are often prescribed to treat anxiety,…

Prescription drug abuse and addiction has come under close scrutiny over the past 20 years. Even though these medications are provided by doctors to treat…

Almost half of Americans in the United States complain about poor sleep or struggle with insomnia. Many adults in the United States take sleeping pills…

Opana, also known as oxymorphone, is an opioid prescription drug used to moderate severe pain and reduce anxiety. The drug is also used to maintain…

Drug courts have long been regarded as a cheaper, more effective alternative to prison sentences for those who struggle with addiction and are facing felony…

Washington DC has become the latest frontier in the movement to legalize marijuana. As of February 26, 2015, it is now legal for residents (ages…

Depression affects nearly 16 million people in the United States annually, and a large percentage of those individuals take antidepressant drugs to treat their symptoms.…