Monday, April 6, 2009

Different Types of Addictions

There are many different types of addictions. Some people may not think that they have an addiction but here are the ten most common type of addictions that you may or may not know about.

To view the complete article click here:
http://brainz.org/10-most-common-addictions/

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Things you didn't know about secondhand smoke.

We all have a right to clean air some people however do not get to have that right. Clean air is something that some people do not take for granted but here are some of the effects that secondhand smoke can cause.

To view the complete article click here:
http://www.beverlyfund.org/Secondhandsmoke.html

Signs of Alcohol Poisoning.

Some people may not know the signs of alcohol poisoning however, this article will help someone get a better understanding of what to look for in alcohol poisoning. People should always remember if they are in doubt then there is nothing wrong with dialing for help if they hesitate it could cost a life.

To view the complete article click here:
http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/alcohol-poisoning/DS00861.html

Thursday, March 12, 2009

What is the most commonly used illicit drug?

If you guessed marijuana then you are correct. People may not think that marijuana may harm them because some see it as an "herb" this however is not the case. Marijuana can cause just as much harm as any other illicit drug.

To read the complete article click here:
http://www.whitehousedrugpolicy.gov/DrugFact/marijuana/marijuana_ff.html

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Gender Relapse

People always think that gender does not matter but, gender does matter to relapse. Some people think that once a person is out of treatment they are can live a normal life this however, is not the case when relapse can be around the coroner. Read the article to see which gender is the most successful at preventing relapse.

To view the complete articles :
http://www.drugabuse.gov/nida_notes/NNVol13N4/Relapse.html

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Steroid Addiction

Some drugs have a street reputation of not being addictive. But substances can be addictive in different ways. Anabolic steroids have been featured in the news lately, and new research sheds light on their addictive nature.

To read the complete article click here:
http://www.nida.nih.gov/ResearchReports/Steroids/anabolicsteroids5.html

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Drugged driving a new risk.

A new hazard to traffic safety is drugged driving. It has come up in recent years that now people are not only drinking and driving but they are taking illicit drugs and driving. It is important to understand that drugged driving is just as dangerous as drinking and driving. A person still goes through impaired reaction time, perception, and coordination as if they would be if they were intoxicated.

To read the complete article click here:
http://www.nida.nih.gov/Infofacts/driving.html