Alcohol and marijuana: highest rate of drug abuse Alcohol and marijuana have the highest rate of abuse among all drugs. In the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reported: 14.5 million Americans aged 12 … [Read more...] about10 Most Commonly Abused Drugs in The U.S. [Infographic]
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Understanding DWI: What Is Impaired Driving?
Impaired Driving Impaired driving is generally defined as operating a car, truck, boat, snowmobile, aircraft, train or other motor vehicle when the ability to operate the motor vehicle is negatively affected (or impaired) by alcohol or drugs. Though the legal classification of impaired driving … [Read more...] aboutUnderstanding DWI: What Is Impaired Driving?
3 Ways Cutting Back On Alcohol Improves Your Health
Did you know by cutting back on alcohol you can improve your mental health? 1. Improve Your Mental Health Doctors and researchers of Mental Health America have found that drinking alcohol actually affects your sleep. Their research shows that some people drink alcohol to relax, yet when you … [Read more...] about3 Ways Cutting Back On Alcohol Improves Your Health
ADETS Classes From the DWI Student’s Perspective
Every day we have the opportunity to help someone with a problem they have with alcohol and drug use. Whether they come to us for substance abuse treatment or an alcohol assessment because of a DWI, we know that it is not always easy for people to come to us for help. When clients come to us for … [Read more...] aboutADETS Classes From the DWI Student’s Perspective