“Have you tried their fries?” Courtney asks over lunch. “Oh my god, I am so addicted to them!” “No, I haven’t,” replies Ginger, “but did you see the season finale of Game of Thrones last night? I’m completely addicted! I’m going to have withdrawals waiting for the next season to start.” “Game … [Read more...] aboutSociety’s Addiction to Addiction
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Alcohol Awareness: The Hidden Risks & Dangers of Drinking Too Much Alcohol
Did you know because of the effect alcohol can have on the brain, it is actually considered a drug? It's a fact, the more alcohol you drink the more it can reduce your ability to think clearly and slow down your ability to respond, similar to the way other drugs affect the body. Any substance that … [Read more...] aboutAlcohol Awareness: The Hidden Risks & Dangers of Drinking Too Much Alcohol
Infant Care and Drug Addiction: Why It Matters
Ask anyone how drug addiction affects pregnancy or infant care, and you’ll receive a slew of answers, all of which have one thing in common. Drug addiction affects both negatively. A recent NCBI study involving inner-city, low-income mothers in New Haven, Connecticut, delved deeper into the impact … [Read more...] aboutInfant Care and Drug Addiction: Why It Matters
My Child Tried Drugs – What Should I do?
“I tried drugs.” Imagine your son or daughter saying these words to you. How do you feel? How do you react? These three words are as powerful as “I love you,” but in an entirely different way. Your child tried drugs. What should you do? How to (Not) React The moment your child admits to trying … [Read more...] aboutMy Child Tried Drugs – What Should I do?
