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Does Lorazepam Use in TV Shows Send Mixed Messages?

If done correctly, spreading awareness of how drugs and alcohol can harm people’s lives is a good thing.   Unfortunately,…

7 hours ago

Why Exercise and Nutrition are Essential for Addiction Recovery

Substance abuse takes a toll on a person’s body.  Unfortunately, some of the damage can be permanent.  But, during active…

1 week ago

Will Federal Worker Layoffs Increase Substance Use Rates in the US?

No official figure exists yet for the total number of federal worker layoffs recently.  However, in the first month of…

2 weeks ago

5 Ways to Avoid Binge Drinking on St. Patrick’s Day

If you wonder how to participate in St.Patrick's Day festivities and enjoy the holiday without binge drinking, we have a…

3 weeks ago

What Drugs Do Teens Use Most?

First, the good news.  Teen drug use is at the lowest rate since the 1990s.  The bad news is that…

4 weeks ago

Cocaine vs. Crack: How Do They Differ?

Cocaine and crack are basically the same, but they do have a few differences.  The important thing to know is…

1 month ago

Poor Man’s Cocaine: Cheap Drugs Have a High Price

Drug abuse, whether it is prescription or illicit, is not safe, and the risks increase when cheap substitutes like poor…

1 month ago

What Is the Relationship Between Psychedelic Drugs and Schizophrenia?

While psychedelics and dissociative drugs affect the brain differently, both are often called “hallucinogens ”.   Though more studies are…

2 months ago

What Are the Risks of Mixing Alcohol with Prescription Meds?

Millions of people take one or more prescription medications or over-the-counter (OTC) drugs daily.  Most don’t think twice about the…

2 months ago

What Are the Main Steps in Addiction Treatment?

If you’re ready to break the powerful grip of drugs or alcohol, success is best achieved by seeking professional help. …

2 months ago