Category: Drug Addiction
Girls Frontman Christopher Owens Talks About His Drug and Alcohol Addiction
October 10, 2011
Unlike many rock stars these days, Girls front man Christopher Owen isn’t talking about how his past struggle with drug and alcohol addiction affected his life or killed his career – he’s talking about a current issue with drugs and alcohol and how it informs [...]
New White House Policy Targets Prescription Drug Addiction
September 30, 2011
The White House has stepped up with a 2011 National Drug Control Strategy in an effort to shift the direction of the “war on drugs” in this country. The new strategy views drug abuse as a public health threat and addiction as a treatable illness. [...]
NM Public Regulation Commissioner Admits to Drug Addiction – But Won’t Resign
September 19, 2011
Drug addiction and drug abuse scandals among politicians are not uncommon. What is uncommon is the politician who boldly agrees that he has a drug addiction – but adamantly holds his position and refuses to resign. A public regulation commissioner in New Mexico, Jerome Block [...]
Dealing with an Addicted Family Member when You’re in Drug Addiction Recovery
September 12, 2011
Whether it’s your spouse, your child, your parent, or your close friend, it can be difficult to be in a situation where you love someone who continues to abuse drugs and alcohol despite all your efforts to help them get the treatment they need. Do [...]
Legal Drugs of Addiction: How to Stop Them from Destroying Your Life
August 26, 2011
There are a number of substances that can alter your perception and get you high that are perfectly legal and not yet regulated by the FDA. Bath salts, salvia, spice and a wide range of synthetic cannabinoids are just a few of the most recently [...]
Fergie Talks About Her Crystal Meth Addiction Struggle
August 24, 2011
Fergie, singer for the Black Eyed Peas, recently discussed her addiction to crystal meth and talked about the highs and lows of addiction as well as her struggle to kick the habit. Crystal Meth Addiction Ups and Downs When looking back on her time spent [...]
Prescription Drug Rehab: Are You Addicted to Your Medication?
August 12, 2011
You went to the doctor with a chronic pain issue: your back, the recurrence of an old injury, an acute injury caused by an accident or surgery. The prescription you got worked in the beginning, but then you needed a higher dosage in order to [...]
Will Erasing Memories of Cocaine Addiction Help Addicts?
July 13, 2011
There’s a new study out that links memory with the perpetuation of drug addiction, saying that addicts in recovery often relapse due to the fond memories they have of getting high or drunk and their ability to ignore or forget all the negative consequences. A [...]
Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients: Pros and Cons
July 8, 2011
According to CNN and a number of other news sources, Florida officials are taking quick strides toward implementing a new program that will require potential recipients of cash aid and welfare to undergo drug testing when they apply. Some think this idea is great. Others [...]
Anti-Heroin Addiction Billboard Makes Waves
July 4, 2011
One county is making moves to wipe out heroin addiction – with a billboard that is causing quite a stir among the neighbors. Does the billboard depict someone dying as a result of heroin addiction? Dealing with an infection due to injecting the drug? Contracting [...]
