Teenagers and adolescents who have an alcohol or drug abuse problem are putting their long-term health at great risk. From the ages of 12 through 20 years old, a young person’s body is in transition. Drugs and alcohol alter the system during this crucial period of change and can affect the body adversely in a … Continue reading 5 problems associated with teen alcohol and drug addiction
July 27, 2008
On This Page: Heroin Overdose Is Deadly Heroin Use Is Often Combined with Other Drug Use Heroin Use Increases Risk of Infectious Disease Heroin Use Increases Suicide Risk Heroin Stresses Overall Health Heroin Doesn’t Have to Kill You Heroin is a dangerous drug. You can overdose on it alone or in combination with other drugs. … Continue reading Five Ways That Heroin Use Can Kill You
June 30, 2008
In 2008 HBO released the documentary Ganja Queen. This documentary explores the story of Schappelle Corby. She was arrested in Indonesia for alleged attempts to smuggle marijuana. Her ensuing trial become a magnet for media attention. Corby’s story drew attention to issues such as drug trafficking, human rights, and addiction. It drew attention to the … Continue reading HBO Documentary Explores the Penalties for International Drug Trafficking
June 30, 2008
Michael Hutts, a young baseball star, suffered an overdose and passed away in 2008. Family, team members and fellow students were shocked. No one wants to believe addiction and overdose touch those they love. This belief is grounded in love and well-wishes, but it is not grounded in fact. As CNN.com shares, “In 2010, there … Continue reading Heroin Claims the Life of Star Baseball Player, Michael Hutts
June 30, 2008
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