CIGARETTE FIRES
By now, most of us are aware of all the health dangers posed by smoking cigarettes. Heart and lung disease, various types of cancer, stroke – there are almost too many ways that smoking can harm your body to even remember. There’s one deadly side effect that you might never have considered, despite the fact […]
HAS TEEN DRUG USE CHANGED?
In the past few decades, illegal drug use for teenagers has decreased somewhat. In 1996, 13.1% of 8th graders, 18.4% of 10th graders, and 21.6% of 12th graders (2001) used illegal drugs, but recently in 2017, only 5.8% of 8th graders, 9.4% of 10th graders, and 13.3% of 12th graders used illicit drugs. Many are […]
TOBACCO AND MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT
You probably know that mental health disorders and substance use disorders frequently go hand in hand. Many people attempt to self-medicate their problems, using drugs and alcohol in an attempt to drown out the feelings of anxiety or depression. Did you know that tobacco use is also high among people with mental illnesses? In fact, […]
MARIJUANA LEGALIZATION
An increasing number of states are decriminalizing the use of marijuana, both medically and recreationally. Recently, Canada became only the second country in the world – following Uruguay – to implement legislation to create a nationwide marijuana market. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau cited a desire to keep marijuana away from teens and reduce drug-related crime […]
HEAT NOT BURN CIGARETTES
Electronic cigarettes, herbal cigarettes, vaping – people will try anything marketed as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes if it means they don’t have to give up the habit completely. Despite the fact that none of these alternatives are completely safe, products continue to appear on the market. One recent addition to the playing field […]
THE DANGERS OF HOOKAH SMOKING
Many people are under the impression – thanks largely to inaccurate advertising – that hookahs are safer to smoke than cigarettes. The truth is that not only are they not a safer alternative, they pose a variety of health risks in themselves, including cancer, respiratory problems, and cardiac issues. Hookahs are water pipes that are […]
ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES AND HEART ATTACK
Despite the fact that many people believe electronic cigarettes are a safe alternative to the traditional kind – and manufacturers encourage this idea – they can actually have some serious side effects. In addition to the variety of toxic and cancer-causing chemicals, the fact that e-cigarettes sometimes explode, and the potential for poisoning, researchers have […]
THE EFFECTS OF MARIJUANA
Many people view marijuana, also known as cannabis, as a relatively safe drug, or one that can be used for casual recreation like alcohol. Keep in mind, however, even if you are using it legally, marijuana can become addictive. Studies suggest that 9 percent of people who use marijuana will become dependent on it, jumping […]
CRACK ADDICTION
Crack cocaine is a powerful stimulant that causes a rapid high in users. The stimulating effect causes the body to speed up, both physically and mentally, almost instantly. The effects are short-lived, lasting between five and ten minutes at a time. As users build a tolerance, the length and intensity can differentiate. Users often turn […]
HOW TO HELP THE METH USER
Meth can cause some of the most horrific long-term effects on the body like skin sores, weight loss, osteoporosis, sleep deprivation, and decreased libido. When users first use meth, these negative effects are not experienced because the body is still fresh to the substance. Initially, the user feels a rush of positive energy that makes […]