It is illegal to drive while you have a lot of alcohol in your system because it can impair your judgment, lose focus, and slows down your reflexes while you are behind the wheel, leading to a serious car accident. Marijuana can have the same consequences. Being aware of the dangers you can face driving […]
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You may be starting your recovery, but do not feel like abstinence will make a difference. The truth is that even just one month without alcohol can make a difference in your productivity. If you can perform better at work and in your daily life, one month will turn into a lifetime. How Can Not […]
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The Volstead Act, which enforced the 18th amendment, banned the manufacturing and selling of alcoholic beverages. There were two exceptions- religious leaders can store alcohol use for worship and doctors were allowed to prescribe alcohol for medicinal purposes. Learning about the history of medicinal alcohol one century ago can show you the battle the country […]
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We are used to asking virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa for things like weather updates, playing music, or asking for directions. Can the same be said for drug addiction treatment help? Researchers from the University of California, San Diego, have decided to see what would happen if you tell these virtual assistants that you […]
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Purdue Pharma has been forced to make up a lot of damage since mislabeling their product, OxyContin, as non-addictive. They helped contribute to the opioid crisis, which has included more than 700,000 deaths since 1999. Now, people who fell victim to Purdue Pharma can get control back by filing a claim against them. What is […]
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You may be scared to tell your new love interest that you have a mental illness or substance abuse disorder. You may be confused when to tell, if to tell, or if they will be scared away no matter what. The best way to have an honest relationship with someone is to be honest about […]
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You might expect to be happy after a big surgery. Unfortunately, surgery can also bring you stress and physical pain, leaving you depressed. You must address your depression with your doctor, friends, and family. These resources can help you bounce back and live the rest of your life in contentment. Why is Post-Surgery Depression Common? […]
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America is still suffering from a drinking problem. While teen drinking is down, there is still a rise in alcohol consumption, emergency room visits, hospitalizations, and deaths having to do with drinking. By seeing how bad drinking alcohol is now compared to the Prohibition Era, we can see that much more needs to be done […]
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Michelle Carter was sentenced to 15 months in jail for involuntary manslaughter after persuading her boyfriend to commit suicide. On January 23rd, Carter was released early from jail for good behavior. It is essential to know what to do when someone you love is considering suicide. What Happened in the Michelle Carter Texting Scandal? Carter […]
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People are aware that smoking can destroy your lungs and your life. What if emotions are what come into play to make us want to smoke? Harvard University did four studies to see just how emotions come into play when feeling tempted to smoke. The Goal of the Studies A team of researchers conducted four […]
