When most people hear the phrase “driving under the influence of drugs,” they think of alcohol. Indeed, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drunk driving causes about 32 […]
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The Dangerous Surge Of Children Accidentally Eating Edible Marijuana
As more states legalize recreational marijuana (cannabis), more people are keeping marijuana edibles at home. These products often resemble regular treats, including gummies, chocolates, lollipops, and brownies. As a result, accidental […]
The Cost Of Opioid Misuse On The Healthcare System
Opioids are highly addictive pain medications. In the 1990s, their popularity skyrocketed. Since then, the United States has faced record-breaking rates of opioid abuse, addiction, and overdose. This crisis has taken […]
Study Finds THC More Common Than Alcohol In Serious Or Fatal Car Crashes
When you hear the phrase “driving under the influence,” you probably think of alcohol. Indeed, in the United States, about 32 people die in alcohol-related car crashes every day. However, alcohol […]
Blackout Rage Gallon | College Students & The “Borg” Drinking Trend
College students are constantly searching for ways to get drunk without risking a hangover. Recently, one of these methods has exploded on TikTok and other social media platforms. Known as the […]
Ozempic For Weight Loss | Trends, Risks, & Abuse
Almost every day, social media users on apps like TikTok and Instagram promote new, unusual ways to lose weight. Recently, many people have been trying to shed pounds using the diabetes […]
Why Words Matter For The Language Of Addiction
People with drug addiction (also called substance use disorder) face a significant amount of stigma. Stigma refers to judgment based on a personal characteristic. For example, addiction is often judged as […]
20 Random Acts Of Kindness For Addiction Recovery
A random act of kindness is something positive that you do without expecting anything in return. The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation hosts two days yearly to celebrate kindness. Random Acts […]
NFL Creates Sober Sections In Some Stadiums
Alcohol has a strong presence in the football world, with many fans drinking before, during, and after each game. This presence creates problems for people in recovery from alcohol addiction. In […]
The Challenges Of Buprenorphine Treatment In The Age Of Fentanyl
The opioid epidemic has caused a record-breaking surge in overdose deaths, largely due to fentanyl. Fentanyl is a synthetic (human-made) opioid that’s up to 50 times stronger than heroin. Along with […]