A majority of the teens in juvenile detention were under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of their arrest. In addition to the myriad of possible health...
Many people ask the question: how does addiction start? In this video, Dr. Kevin Wandler shares the behaviors and the cognitive responses that cause individuals to use drugs and alcohol...
Marijuana and amphetamine use is being blamed for the first rise in positive drug tests among American workers in a decade, according to Quest Diagnostics. Marijuana and amphetamine use is...
Some addicts have to face the challenge of escaping from their abusers and also finding appropriate help in a substance abuse treatment program. Exploiting women and youth is a crime...
When left unaddressed, terminal uniqueness can impede the recovery process. There are many obstacles to recovery. Several of these obstacles involve psychological hindrances, such as shame, guilt or denial. It’s...
Over the past few years, eBay’s customer service department has received complaints about the sale of prescription drugs on their site. Is eBay the new online drug pharmacy? Or Amazon?...
Are you one of the millions of people attending a music festival this season? Learn about the risks of substance use at music festivals. Music festivals have become so popular...
There are many ways you can help raise awareness for drug addiction and abuse, whether it’s within your community or on a worldwide scale. The International Day Against Drug Abuse and...
Playing the blame game seems to be a part of human nature. For many, it’s easier to try to find or place blame than to work on a problem. And...
Our recent survey shows more people are using drugs and alcohol to cope with stress, boredom and mental health issues. Survey Shows Drug and Alcohol Use on the Rise During...