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Marijuana May Increase Abuse of Other Substances
Marijuana use may increase a person’s risk for abuse of other substances, including nicotine, a new study has discovered. Researchers in this latest study cautioned that marijuana users, particularly heavy users, should be carefully monitored for signs of abuse of…
Commonly Abused Prescription Drugs
Prescription drugs can be used to treat a number of medical problems, from chronic pain to behavioral disorders. While these medications are seen as a huge boon to those who really need them, the dangers of these drugs cannot be…
5 Myths about Marijuana
Marijuana is making headlines in most states as the debate about legalization of the drug continues. Unfortunately, much of the information provided in this ongoing debate is misleading or incorrect. To help you separate the facts from the fiction, the…
Are U.S. Adults Drinking More? Study Says Yes
Even as more research surfaces about the dangers of excessive alcohol consumption, adults in the U.S. appear to be drinking more and more. A 2015 study found that alcohol use disorders (AUDs), defined as alcohol use that causes harm or…
Is Medical Marijuana the Solution or the Problem?
Medical marijuana has been highly touted by proponents as a “miracle” drug for those suffering from painful chronic conditions like multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. However, making an illicit drug legal for medicinal purposes is proving more complicated than it…
Tips for Staying Sober New Year’s Eve
While many of us look forward to New Year’s Eve celebrations with great anticipation, those in recovery know just how tenuous the hours before the clock strikes 12 can be. If you are facing the infamous ball drop with more…
Risk Factors for Substance Abuse
Substance abuse and dependency can happen to anyone, but certain factors may put you at higher risk than the general population. These factors may not only affect the likelihood of addiction, but also the speed by which a user might…
7 Reasons to Seek Treatment during the Holiday Season
The holiday season is typically a time filled with family gatherings and fun, but for those struggling with substance abuse, the holidays often only serve to up the stress level of daily life. Despite the strain, it is not unusual…
Heroin Use Increasing among Women in the U.S.
Heroin use is on the rise in the U.S. and the demographics of the drug are also changing. Today’s heroin user is as likely to be a woman, and an affluent one at that, rather than young men with lower…
The Alarming Reality of Heroin Use in the U.S.
Heroin use is on the rise in the United States and with the increased use also comes more heroin overdose deaths. A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that heroin use has been growing…
