Frats will have until September 1, 2019 to implement the new alcohol policy. The party scene on many college campuses could be changing, after a governing body that oversees more than 6,000 fraternities around the nation banned its members from serving hard alcohol beginning next fall. The North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) policy means that frats… Continue reading Frats To Ban Hard Liquor After Pledge Deaths
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Is It Possible To Overdose On Caffeine?
A new article delved into the potential risks of ingesting too much caffeine. Though caffeine is technically a “drug,” its effects are relatively benign. The naturally-occurring stimulant can be found in certain plants, nuts, seeds, and food products like sodas, teas, and chocolates. The normal daily serving of caffeine—per the U.S. government’s dietary guidelines—is up… Continue reading Is It Possible To Overdose On Caffeine?
Are Chocolate Chip Cookies As Addictive As Cocaine?
Researchers examined the ingredients in chocolate chip cookies to determine why they are so addictive for some. Science has turned in a humdinger: studies indicate that sugar and sweetness can induce reward and craving that are comparable to those induced by cocaine. Research giving laboratory rats rewards of sugars and sweets shows that these goodies… Continue reading Are Chocolate Chip Cookies As Addictive As Cocaine?
"Death Certificate Project" Helps Identify Doctors Who Overprescribe
The crackdown has spooked physicians, including some who say they’re now less inclined to treat complex patients. Hundreds of California physicians are under investigation for their prescribing habits, as the state medical board cracks down on overprescribing. Under the “Death Certificate Project,” the Medical Board of California is trying to take a proactive approach to… Continue reading "Death Certificate Project" Helps Identify Doctors Who Overprescribe
Christopher Kennedy Lawford Dies At 63
“He was the absolute cornerstone to my sobriety,” said his cousin, Patrick Kennedy. Actor Christopher Kennedy Lawford has died, according to his family. The nephew of John F. Kennedy succumbed to a heart attack on Tuesday, according to his cousin, former U.S. Rep. Patrick Kennedy. He was 63. Lawford was living in Vancouver, Canada with… Continue reading Christopher Kennedy Lawford Dies At 63
Can Pre-Birth Opioid Exposure Lead To Learning Disorders?
A new study examined the potential link between pre-birth opioid exposure and developmental issues. Children born to mothers using opioids may grow up to demonstrate difficulty learning, a new study has found. The study examined the potential long-term issues for infants born to mothers who used opioids while pregnant, according to NBC News. The study,… Continue reading Can Pre-Birth Opioid Exposure Lead To Learning Disorders?
Marijuana's Pain-Relieving Properties To Be Studied By UCLA Researchers
“The public consumption of cannabis has already far outpaced our scientific understanding. We really desperately need to catch up.” Thirty states and Washington D.C. have medical marijuana programs, but there has been little scientific research into the pain relieving properties of pot. Now, however, researchers at the University of California Los Angeles are trying to… Continue reading Marijuana's Pain-Relieving Properties To Be Studied By UCLA Researchers
Tess Holliday On Postpartum Depression: I Wished I Could Disappear
The model has been open about her struggles with postpartum depression on Instagram. Plus-sized model Tess Holliday opened up about her battle with postpartum depression to Cosmopolitan UK. The 33-year-old, who launched the body positive movement (#effyourbeautystandards) in 2013, struggled with postpartum depression after giving birth to her son Bowie, which lasted from January 2017… Continue reading Tess Holliday On Postpartum Depression: I Wished I Could Disappear
Paul McCartney "Saw God" During A DMT Trip
The legendary musician described a past hallucinogenic trip in a recent interview with The Sunday Times. Former Beatle, Sir Paul McCartney, had a vision of a higher power while tripping on DMT (dimethyltryptamine), back in the Fab Four’s heyday. He described the experience, and the impact it had on him, with the Sunday Times. “There… Continue reading Paul McCartney "Saw God" During A DMT Trip
Slash Talks Performing, Writing Music While Sober
“I found that when I got sober… my partying thing was really a matter of killing time in between things.” Slash, who is currently enjoying a successful reunion tour with Guns N’ Roses, had a long history with substance use before finally getting sober in 2006. The famous guitarist born Saul Hudson also has a… Continue reading Slash Talks Performing, Writing Music While Sober