Drugs & Addiction

April 8, 2014
Occasional Drug Use in College-Aged Youth Show Brain Differences
Drug use in young adults has grown exponentially in recent years. While substance abuse continues to rise, drug use in those who classify themselves as…
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April 2, 2014
Symptoms of drug use – is your child using drugs?
Drug & Alcohol Use – Telltale Signs Today Sober College launched its Telltale signs of drug use tool. Simply provide some information about relevant symptoms…
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March 17, 2014
Marijuana vs Synthetic Marijuana
Marijuana is one of the most frequently abused substances among young adults. Many believe that marijuana’s side effects are not harmful and that the substance…
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February 12, 2014
The Known & Unknown Dangers of E-Cigarettes
E-cigarettes have been manufactured and marketed as alternative to cigarette smoking, providing a similar experience without the harmful chemicals. While the introduction of the e-cigarette…
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February 11, 2014
Factors of Teen Mental Illness
There are a variety of factors that can influence the development of mental health disorders. In exploring what promotes the development of psychiatric symptoms, European…
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February 7, 2014
Psychology of Smoking: Why Women Experience Greater Difficulty in Quitting
Quitting smoking can be a difficult feat for anyone to overcome. In more recent years, researchers have begun to explore the psychology of smoking focusing,…
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January 30, 2014
The Risks with Mixing Energy Drinks & Alcohol
Mixing energy drinks and alcohol has gained in popularity, but recent studies show that the mixture can cause more harm than drinking alcohol alone. The…
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January 21, 2014
Smoking While Pregnant Increases Likelihood of Nicotine Dependence in Daughters
Countless studies have shown the negative impacts of alcohol, drugs and other substances during pregnancy. The use of tobacco during pregnancy can cause a number…
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January 14, 2014
Brain Abnormalities Linked to Impaired Self-Awareness in Cocaine Addiction
Despite popularly held beliefs that addiction is fueled by denial, lying and carelessness, new research indicates that long-term cocaine abuse can cause deficits in parts…
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