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How long do benzos stay in your system?
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Virgin Islands Struggle With Mental Health Crisis After 2017 Hurricanes
The children of the U.S. Virgin Islands were deeply affected by the trauma of surviving two massive hurricanes.
Workers Challenge Japanese Tradition of Drinking With Bosses
One Mitsubishi executive says that “nominication”—drinking with bosses after work—is unproductive and excludes parents of young children.
Mexico May Legalize Marijuana by Fall of 2019
Polls currently show that 80% of the public in Mexico support legalization efforts.
Programs Aim to Bridge Addiction Treatment Gap After Jail
Treatment programs both public and private are working to keep newly-released inmates on the right track.
U.S. Reps Say Stop Classifying Marijuana as a Dangerous Drug
The federal government currently classifies marijuana as a Schedule I drug, impeding important research and new medical treatments.
Parkland Students Find Ways to Cope with Trauma of School Shooting
The survivors of last year’s horrific school shooting are creating their own channels of healing.
How to Manage Depression: 6 Simple Reminders
Treat yourself with gentleness and forgiveness. With every negative thought about yourself, throw in a dose of self-love. Self-compassion can reduce the severity of depression and anxiety.
Fewer Employers Screening For Marijuana Use
Employers are less willing to limit their pool of qualified applicants by screening for personal marijuana use.