DID YOU KNOW THAT SOME ANIMALS TRY TO GET HIGH IN THE WILD?
If there are any doubts that alcohol abuse, drug abuse, and addiction are (unfortunately) natural elements of our lives, look no further than our furry, feathered, and scaly friends in the wild. As strange as this might sound, our animal companions have the same tendency toward intoxication as we do, and certain species exhibit a […]
HOW JIM BELUSHI IS TAKING PART IN THE MARIJUANA INDUSTRY
Back in the early days of the hit-program Saturday Night Live, one of the most iconic elements of backstage life was (ironically) marijuana. At least, that is how Jim Belushi (brother of one of SNL’s founding cast members, John Belushi) described the situation. In fact, the famous actors and musician specifically mentioned the “Captain Jack” […]
THE CONNECTION BETWEEN ADDICTION AND TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES
Tragically, an estimated 2 million people suffer from traumatic brain injuries (TBI) every year in the United States. In fact, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 52,000 people die each year, while an additional 275,000 will require hospitalization for their injuries (with 80% receiving treatment and being released). Simply put, […]
THE FINANCIAL BURDEN OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ADDICTION
Anyone who has known an addict or has suffered from this dreadful mental illness knows the toll these problems can take on your pocket book. Obviously, besides the overwhelming attachment to drugs and alcohol, a victim will also suffer from a bunch of cobwebs and moths in their recently packed wallet and savings account. While […]
BREAKING THE ICE ABOUT INCOME AND ADDICTION
Social equality, income range, payment differences – at first, you might think this is the beginning of a political debate, but, as strange as this may sound, these elements play a critical role in an analysis of addiction in our country. Why is that the case? Simply put, lifestyle choices and income do play a […]
HOW DRUG ADDICTION AND ALCOHOLISM AFFECTS SKIN HEALTH
More often than not, whenever we think about how alcohol or drugs affect the body, we look at our most vital internal structures. Obviously, we are fully aware of how these dangerous substances eat away at our liver, muscles, hearts, and nervous system. Not even our eyes and hormone are safe from excessive drinking, smoking, […]
NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR RECOVERING ADDICTS TO FIND JOBS
Ultimately, winning the painful and exhausting battle through detox and rehabilitation is the first step toward regaining control of your happy, healthy life. However, for many men and women who have recovered from their drug addiction or alcoholism, one problem can remain: finding a suitable job that can provide a solid income. At one point […]
HOW DRUG ABUSE AND ADDICTION DAMAGE YOUR DENTAL HEALTH
Quite often, when we consider how toxic drugs affect the body, we often think about more obvious areas including the digestive, cardiovascular, neurological, and hematological (blood) systems. Perhaps you might even consider how drugs can ruin your complexion and create dry, flaky hair and skin. Maybe you also think about the transmission of dangerous viruses […]
SOME CRAZY FACTS ABOUT ANIMALS GETTING HIGH ON MARIJUANA
For years and years, large numbers of pet owners have been debating on whether marijuana is a good form of medication for their furry friends. At first, you might think this is absolutely ludicrous. Why would dogs and cats benefit from using something as addictive as pot? Nevertheless, adopted parents of puppies and kittens across […]
ACTRESS AMANDA BYNES SHEDS LIGHT ON HER DRUG USE
If you have been keeping up with Hollywood media over the past decade, you may have noticed one celebrity (and former teen star) had disappeared from the front lines for a while. However, actress Amanda Bynes recently reappeared in the public spotlight and has proudly proclaimed that she is ready to get back to work. […]
