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How Common Is Prescription Painkiller Misuse Among Chronic Pain Patients?

In the United States, an over-reliance on opioid medications has led to alarming increases in painkiller misuse and addiction.  Physicians…

8 hours ago

Will Daily Marijuana Use Surpass Daily Alcohol Use?

Daily marijuana use may soon outpace daily alcohol use.  Due to the legalization of medical and recreational marijuana in many…

5 days ago

What Is Benzo Dope and Will It Replace Fentanyl?

Fentanyl was introduced to the drug supply in the U.S. in the late 2000s.  Since then the drug has fueled…

2 weeks ago

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,…

3 weeks 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…

4 weeks 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…

1 month 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…

1 month 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…

2 months 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…

2 months 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…

2 months ago