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New Report Shows Dramatic Rise in Overdose Deaths
Opioid Rates Show a Troubling Trend Opioid overdoses are of particular concern, having killed 13,486 people in 2014. Opioids are a class of medications that includes pain relievers such as hydrocodone (Vicodin), oxycodone…
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“Phubbing” Indicates Growing Rate of Internet Addiction
An inability to set reasonable limits on the time one spends online or interfacing with devices is evidence of an impulse control disorder similar to pathological gambling. Varoth Chotpitayasunondh and Professor Karen Douglas…
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Shutting Down Inflammation May Aid in Addiction Recovery
Anti-Inflammatory Lifestyle Steps Psychotherapy, exercise, and sound nutritional practices may reduce inflammation in the body. Sacrificing a few of your favorite foods and focusing on property nutrition and supplementation is one of the…
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Red Flags that Your College Student Is Becoming an Addict
What Substances Do College Students Abuse? Alcohol is still the most commonly abused substance among college students, although the National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that daily marijuana use among college students is…
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Health Insurance Companies Fight Back Against Painkiller Abuse
While these precautions may create a bit of an inconvenience for people who have a legitimate medical need for prescription opioids, they are becoming necessary to protect the public good. According to the…
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5 Myths About Addiction that Might Be Keeping You from Seeking Help
Stories of people who’ve gotten sober after losing their jobs, homes, and families have a certain dramatic appeal, but rehab works no matter where you are in your addiction. In fact, getting sober…
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10 Addiction-Prone Careers
Fans who mourned the recent death of Prince may consider reports of his painkiller addiction as evidence that creativity and addictive personalities go hand in hand. Why Are People in Certain Careers More…
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New Study Finds Marijuana Linked to Shortened Life Span
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, marijuana use can: LiveScience reports that marijuana can also lead to weight gain. Excess weight is well known as a risk factor for diabetes, heart…
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Getting Sober With a Medically Supervised Detox
If you’ve tried to get sober on your own, you may be nervous about attempting detox again. Abruptly detoxing at home can lead to everything from sleep disturbances and irritability to hallucinations and…
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3 Masculinity Myths: What Is the Truth?
Men Are Unemotional Boys are often raised to refrain from showing emotions like fear, uncertainty, and anger. They may be expected to cope with physical and emotional hurt without any outward sign of…
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