Category: Substance abuse and addictions

by Rick Thomas

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders describes a range of disorders caused by the toxic effects of alcohol on the developing fetus. At the severe end of that spectrum it is a condition characterised by stunted growth, abnormal facial features and permanent brain damage that results in impaired intellectual function alongside a range of other neurological, psychological, social and behavioural disorders.

by Alchohol Rehab

Drinking alcohol lowers inhibitions and can cause some to make dangerous decisions such as driving under the influence.

by U.S. Attorney’s Office
February 05, 2015

Silk Road was Used by More Than 100,000 Users to Buy and Sell Hundreds of Kilograms of Illegal Drugs and Other Unlawful Goods and Services.

by Clinton Foundation
January 12, 2014

In the last 20 years, the consumption of prescription stimulants increased from 5 million to 45 million. This epidemic has been particularly widespread on college campuses. The use of stimulants like Ritalin or Adderall increased by 93 percent. As finals week approaches, students will be looking to get whatever help they can to pass their classes, even if this help won’t really benefit them in the long run.

by  Selwyn Duke
October 11, 2014

Opponents of marijuana legalization hope this study review will put the brakes on burgeoning efforts to legalize the drug. Professor Hall asserts that marijuana as a safe drug is a dangerous misconception.  According to Mark Winstanley there is a clear link with psychosis and schizophrenia, especially for teenagers. He says that smoking marijuana amounts to playing ‘Russian roulette with your mental health.

by A Forever Recovery

One of the biggest health related problems in the United States is drug and alcohol addiction. Unfortunately, when it comes to addiction, it does not just affect the individual that is addicted; a person’s entire family becomes affected when dealing with a drug or alcohol dependence. Dependence on drugs or alcohol wreaks havoc on the whole family. It is important to note, however, that long term recovery is possible. With time and the proper medical help, children and families of addicts can heal and put their lives back together. 

by Drug-free World

It seems so simple at first. A student gets a little behind in his studies. An exam comes up and he needs to prepare. He’ll have to stay up late to have even a chance of making the grade. Coffee gives him the jitters, but many of his friends use these pills to give the extra energy they need. Why not? A couple of bucks; one pill; an entire night of study; a feeling of “focus.” That may be where it starts, but it is very often not where it ends

by Drug-free World

Crack, the most potent form in which cocaine appears, is also the riskiest. Because of cocaine’s high cost, it has long been considered a “rich man’s drug.” Crack, on the other hand, is sold at prices so low that even teens can afford to buy it—at first. The truth is that once a person is addicted, the expense skyrockets in direct ratio to the increasing amount needed to support the habit.

by Addiction and Recovery.org
February 17, 2014

Relapse is a process, it’s not an event. In order to understand relapse prevention you have to understand the stages of relapse. Relapse starts weeks or even months before the event of physical relapse. In this page you will learn how to use specific relapse prevention techniques for each stage of relapse.

by Addictions and Recovery.org
August 26, 2014

Opiates produce a sense of wellbeing or euphoria that can be addictive to some people. Opiates are legitimately used for treating pain. When used for pain relief, many people develop tolerance, meaning they need more and more to get the same effect. Some people go on to develop an addiction to opiates.