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Why the FDA is Opposed to Electronic Cigarettes
Why is the FDA opposed to electronic cigarettes even though all the research points to them as being a drastically less harmful alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes? It might be because the federal government has a huge financial stake in the tobacco industry – 200 billion dollars worth. On Nov. 13 1998 the four largest tobacco companies in the US settled a class action lawsuit filed by the attorney generals of 46 different states agreeing … Read entire article »
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Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among Musicians, Writers and Artists
As the hormones of society, the arts and music have historically shaped the consciousness, understanding and meaning of humanity while facilitating the evolution of our outlook on life. But where does all that creativity and inspiration come from? For many artists and musicians in history, creative inspiration has come from using drugs and alcohol to expand their consciousness and to tap into deep emotions. In fact, much of the world’s most celebrated works of art, … Read entire article »
Lucid Dreaming and Recovery
Many people in recovery dream of the day their lives will no longer be controlled by drugs and alcohol. For many, that dream comes true, but only with the assistance of counseling, rehabilitation, and therapy. These three components of recovery can afford an alcoholic or an addict with deeper understanding and awareness of how their reactions to certain people, places and things shape their lives while they are awake. But how can their dreams play … Read entire article »
Enabling – When Helping is Actually Hurting
It is difficult to be in a relationship with an addict and not get sucked into enabling behavior. When somebody you love is suffering with an illness or a disease you naturally want to help. As a result, loved ones often step in to save the addict from the devastating consequences of their actions. Family members believe that they are doing the right things when they help to save the addict’s job, help him or her … Read entire article »
Eating Disorders in Children
A new study from the UK reports that children under the age of thirteen have been developing eating disorders, even as young as six years old. To be specific 208 cases of eating disorders have been indentified in children between the ages of five and thirteen through monitoring data, with more than four in five cases being girls. Adolescent psychiatrist Dr Dasha Nicholls, at Great Ormond Street Hospital, said that there were tremendous developmental variations between … Read entire article »
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Drinking During Pregnancy May Lead to Conduct Disorders in Children
A recent study has found that drinking as little as one alcoholic drink a day by pregnant women may cause behavioral problems in the child. The study, which began in 1982, followed pregnant women and their children until the children were sixteen years of age. The study took into account many variables including the level of parenting, the presence of a male figure in the house, and the amount of family involvement. The study … Read entire article »
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Marijuana Use in High School
Marijuana is known as the recreational drug just like alcohol, and has become very popular among the younger generations. It has been said that 40 percent of high school students have tried marijuana. A new study shows that students who were involved in extracurricular activities were less likely to smoke weed. Among a survey of 9th through 12th graders from Connecticut, researchers found that while 40 percent of them have tried marijuana many also used it … Read entire article »
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Caffeine Addiction
Who doesn’t drink coffee? This drink has been consumed by people all over the world since long long ago. Caffeine serves one primary purpose, which is to stay awake. Whether it’s to study for a good amount of hours when those midterm weeks come along, or when you get that 3:00 a clock feeling at work and need a burst of energy. You can also find caffeine in other drinks such as sodas and energy drinks. Redbull is a very popular one among many. We may not even pay attention to how many cups of coffee or the amount of energy drinks we drink a day because we don’t think it’s a big deal. But if you are a regular coffee drinker try not having your morning coffee and you will … Read entire article »
Women who Suffer from Addiction more Prone to Depression
Researchers have reported women in their mid 30’s and 40’s who are prone to addiction, may become more prone to depression as time goes by. Antisocial behavior does not help these issues. There are many factors that go into increasing the symptoms of alcoholism. The factors include, Personal history, family history, and neighborhood instability. 273 women from the Midwest who participated in this study reported that they were in their first 12 years of marriage and motherhood and admitted they have had hard times dealing with their depression. The study found the women’s depression got worse when there was an increase in antisocial behavior and alcohol consumption. Also, Whenever their spouse or children were struggling with something, they found themselves feeling depressed. If their husband also had an addiction problem … Read entire article »
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Children with ADHD More Susceptible to Developing Substance Abuse Problem
ADHD, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, falls into two categories hyperactivity and inattention. A child must show at least 6 out of 9 symptoms of either category. Additionally the behavioral symptoms may cause difficulties in their lives, and have consistent symptoms no matter what environment they are in. Approximately 5-10% of the nation’s children are diagnosed with ADHD. A long-term study conducted by Steve S. Lee of UCLA has found it clear that children with ADHD have a … Read entire article »
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