Social media has become the new window into people’s lives. We can access our Facebook page, and immediately find out what is happening in the daily lives of family, friends and acquaintances; often replete with photos and the minutiae of daily tasks and events of life.
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Halloween is a much loved holiday, with children, youth and even adults donning costumes and venturing out in the neighborhoods across America to trick-or-treat for candy and goodies; or to attend Halloween parties. Historically, Halloween was originally “All Hallows’ Evening”, the time of year dedicated to Continue reading
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Sizzurp seems to be the newest rage for getting high amongst the young. It can be made with common household product which include isoda and candy. Unfortunately, there are young celebrities glorifying it in music, and touting its use in their online videos. But the message here is, don’t be fooled. It is dangerous drink Continue reading
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As the problem of substance abuse continues to challenge us at every level of society, some are responding to the challenge with new and innovative approaches to treating addiction, and seeking ways to successfully rehabilitate the person who is striving to reclaim his or her life from addiction. These three new Continue reading
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Prescription drug abuse continues to be in the limelight as one of the biggest, if not the biggest substance abuse issues facing our nation and its youth. Already ranking in the top substance abuse problems facing adults, it is spreading to your young people. Unfortunately Continue reading
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The month of October was designated as National Substance Abuse Prevention Month beginning in 2011. The tradition continues into 2014, with October designated as a month-long observance by parents, youth, schools and community leaders nationwide as to the role played by substance abuse prevention in the promotion of safe and healthy communities.
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Many of us spend the majority of our lifetime in the workplace. Our profession and what we do defines us, influencing our lifestyle and our social activities, and whom we regard as our peers and fellow professionals. Because so much of our time is spent in the workplace, dealing with others on a daily basis, the quality of Continue reading
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Taste buds vary depending on your genes, according to a new study. While half the population has average taste buds, an estimated 25 percent is overly sensitive to bitter sensations, while the other 25 percent is fairly insensitive to it. This could be the answer to why some people enjoy alcohol Continue reading
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The first step to effectively dealing with something is recognizing with understanding what it is. So it is with drug addiction. There will be definite and clearly recognizable signs which enable a person to identify drug addiction for what it is.
The NCADD, National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, cites some warning signs of substance abuse; cautioning that if ignored, can further develop into drug dependence. Also emphasized is the importance of early recognition of drug abuse; and some Continue reading
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There are several schools of thought on how addiction works and what causes someone to become a drug addict or alcoholic in the first place. For example, one theory is that addiction is a disease that Continue reading
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