Researchers examined the impact weed legalization has had on crime trends. While marijuana legalization remains a contentious issue for many throughout the U.S., Washington and Colorado may have proven that in some aspects it is positive. According to The Washington Post, researchers at Washington State University have concluded that legal pot has “produced some demonstrable… Continue reading Is Law Enforcement More Effective Thanks to Legal Marijuana?
Category: Addiction News
Steven Tyler On Addiction: I Hurt My Family, I Hurt My Band
“I went down the worst path. I went down the rabbit hole. I went chasing Alice.” In a new interview, Aerosmith rocker Steven Tyler revealed that his drug use got to a point where nothing mattered more. “I have an addictive personality so I found certain drugs I loved and didn’t stop to the point… Continue reading Steven Tyler On Addiction: I Hurt My Family, I Hurt My Band
Mommy Doesn't Need Wine: The Stigma of Being a Sober Mother
“I’ve always wanted to film the real ‘after party’ when the mom is passed out with her little kid in the background, or she gets into her car and drives drunk. It happens all the time.” When I made the decision to quit drinking, one morning in June 2017 when my relentless hangover was surpassed… Continue reading Mommy Doesn't Need Wine: The Stigma of Being a Sober Mother
Purdue Pharma Knew About Oxy Misuse Early On, Report Finds
The report also alleges that in 1999 company officials learned of a call to a pharmacy describing “OxyContin as the hottest thing on the street—forget Vicodin.” Purdue Pharma reportedly knew that the opioid pill OxyContin was being snorted and sold on the street as early as 1999, just three years after the medication’s release. However,… Continue reading Purdue Pharma Knew About Oxy Misuse Early On, Report Finds
Liver Disease On The Rise, Especially Among Young Adults
A new study found that cirrhosis-related deaths in the US increased 65% between 1999 and 2016. According to a new study, alcohol is to blame for an increase in fatal cirrhosis cases in young adults in recent years. Researchers at the University of Michigan discovered that between 2009 and 2016, those in the 25 to… Continue reading Liver Disease On The Rise, Especially Among Young Adults
FDA Warns Of Synthetic Marijuana Laced With Rat Poison
The warning comes amid a wave of synthetic marijuana overdoses. The FDA warned this week about the ongoing danger of synthetic cannabis laced with rat poison, floating concerns that the tainted drug could pose a threat to the nation’s blood supply. Poisoned supplies of the drug have already accounted for several deaths and sent hundreds… Continue reading FDA Warns Of Synthetic Marijuana Laced With Rat Poison
"Biggest Loser" Weight-Loss Drug Allegations Investigated By NBC
“People were passing out in Dr. H’s office at the finale weigh-in. On my season, five people had to be rushed to the hospital,” one contestant claimed. Contestants on the NBC’s weight-loss reality show, The Biggest Loser, allege that they were given drugs and medications intended to help with weight loss by health experts on the… Continue reading "Biggest Loser" Weight-Loss Drug Allegations Investigated By NBC
How to unplug from your inbox
How to unplug from your inbox Unplugging from endless emails can feel like an impossible goal. Why? The average person now checks their inbox around 77 times per day. Phones and computers have become sources of anxiety rather than communication tools – especially where the workplace is concerned. At Time to Log Off, we believe… Continue reading How to unplug from your inbox
Destiny’s Child Singer Michelle Williams Details Seeking Mental Health Treatment
Williams revealed that she had sought help on Instagram and pledged to “proudly, happily and healthily” lead by example as an advocate for mental health. After releasing a statement on social media about her own mental health journey and her pledge to help others in her situation, Williams received a massive show of support. Michelle… Continue reading Destiny’s Child Singer Michelle Williams Details Seeking Mental Health Treatment
5 Tips for Parents Dealing With Teen Substance Abuse
Catching substance abuse early can help guide a teen back on track and potentially avoid years of physical, emotional, financial and legal repercussions. Teen substance abuse is serious. According a survey conducted by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), more than 7,800 people in the US begin using illicit drugs every day and more than half are under the age… Continue reading 5 Tips for Parents Dealing With Teen Substance Abuse