Monthly Archives: August 2008

Proposed Drug Rehab Policy Sparks Debate

Drug rehabilitation is one of several drug treatment options for those suffering from drug addiction – or even alcoholism or other substance abuse. Tough government policies often make getting treatment more difficult, especially if abusers are sent to jails with … Continue reading

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Addiction and the Recovery Process

There are a lot of misunderstandings and myths about drug and alcohol addiction. Any addiction that causes self-harm needs to be addressed. To recover from an addiction requires one very important thing: change. During the recovery process, former addicts must … Continue reading

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Celebrities Who Don't Drink Alcohol

All the time, young adults hear about the troubles their favorite singers got into for underage drinking or the car accidents from the actors/actresses who decided to drive drunk. Athletes, superstars, and role models everywhere are making poor life choices, … Continue reading

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Celebrities Who Don’t Drink Alcohol

All the time, young adults hear about the troubles their favorite singers got into for underage drinking or the car accidents from the actors/actresses who decided to drive drunk. Athletes, superstars, and role models everywhere are making poor life choices, … Continue reading

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Video Game Content Worries Parents More Than Underage Drinking

1up.com had some interesting news to report about parents and their attitudes toward video games and underage drinking. In two polls conducted by What They Play (a gaming guide for parents), the results showed parents are more disturbed by their … Continue reading

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Heavy Alcohol Consumption Can Increase Risk of Cancer

According to the American Cancer Society over 550,000 people died from cancer in 2007. In that same year, anti-smoking campaigns and the increasing number of people who have quit smoking have been heralded as contributing to the decreasing number of … Continue reading

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Drugs Ruin Olympic Dreams

There’s no question that using drugs to temporarily boost athletic performance is cheating and just plain wrong. Athletes should be proud to compete at the Olympics – only the best of the best are given a chance to compete in … Continue reading

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New York Officials Say No to Underage Drinking at Concerts

There is no easy way to put a stop to substance abuse and young adult alcoholism. One method is enforcing underage drinking laws. Perhaps one of the most crucial prevention techniques is reducing access young people have to alcoholic beverages. … Continue reading

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Parents Who Use Drugs

Children, parents and drugs do not mix. The results of mixing drugs into any life are usually catastrophic, and the situation only becomes more heartbreaking when it involves parents and their kids. Parents who use drugs give their children early … Continue reading

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