In 2016, Hawaii raised the legal smoking age to 21.
Category: Addiction News
AI May Soon Be Trained To Diagnose Mental Illness
Some scientists believe that AI-diagnosed mental illness will be a reality in the space of years, not decades.
Did Abuse-Deterrent OxyContin Lead To Uptick in Hep-C Cases?
Researchers examined a possible link between the arrival of abuse-deterrent Oxy and the increase in hepatitis C cases for a new study.
Anti-Diarrhea Medication Abuse Continues To Skyrocket
Cases of loperamide exposure are up 90% over a five-year period.
Charlie Sheen Shares Moment That Led Him To Become Sober
“If you can’t be available for the basic necessity of being there for your children, then something really needs to shift,” Sheen explained.
Emma Stone Is Doing Her Part To Shatter Mental Health Stigma
The actress has joined the board of an organization dedicated to helping children with mental health and learning disorders.
How to Get a Job If You Have a Felony Drug Charge on Your Record
When someone in recovery from addiction has a felony conviction on their record, rejoining society as a normal functioning member can be daunting and far more difficult than anticipated.
Study Challenges Link Between Teen Social Media Use And Depression
Researchers explored whether teens are using social media to feel better or if it makes them feel worse.
Woman Aims To Open "Coffee Rehab," A Safe Space For Those In Recovery
“This is an opportunity to get out and to be around people and to not have the temptation of alcohol,” said the Minnesota entrepreneur.
New Series "Pure" Explores Living With OCD, Porn Addiction
The British series Pure is based on a memoir by Rose Cartwright.