Category: Substance Abuse

The National Geographic Channel has taken on quite a challenge in taking a realistic, unwavering glimpse into the hard-hitting world of illicit narcotics. The documentary series airs on Sundays at 9 p.m. and examines on a personal level all individuals who are involved in the [...]

A new study published in the journal Addiction in December 2011 says that those who take methadone have an increased risk of car accident than do those who do not regularly take the medication. Whether it is prescribed for opiate addiction treatment or for pain [...]

According to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), hallucinogens are among the oldest types of drugs abused for their ability to alter the mood, mind, and perception. Originally cultivated from plants found naturally in the wilderness, the same or similar substances can be synthetically produced in [...]

Gil Kerlikowske, director of the Obama administration’s National Drug Control Policy, held a press conference to highlight the different approaches he proposes we as a nation should take with the ‘War On Drugs.’ Kerlikowske said in a previous interview, “The war metaphor just doesn’t work, [...]

Crystal meth is a highly addictive stimulant drug created in hidden kitchens and labs tucked away in every part of the country. Every part of this drug – from its production through to the results of abuse and addiction – is toxic and damaging to [...]

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 [...]

The consequences of September 11 caused death and injury to direct victims but also inflicted psychological trauma upon those left behind to pick up the pieces. Rates of drug and alcohol abuse among those who were affected by the terrorist attack are the subject of [...]

“Cracolandias,” or crack lands, are the communities in Rio de Janeiro that house drug addicts of all ages. Though drugs of all kinds are commonly abused in these neighborhoods, crack is one of the primary drugs of addiction. How are officials trying to stem the [...]

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 [...]

Cocaine rehab – especially the treatment programs that offer the best addiction treatment and medical care available – can be expensive, and many who know that they desperately need cocaine addiction treatment refuse to enroll because of the costs. The fact is that anyone can [...]