I have a close friend who drinks two or three glasses of wine most nights. When we go out she rarely abstains from drinking, but never is visibly intoxicated. I have another friend who doesn’t drink at all during the … Continue reading
On November 4th, the American public will not only decide who will be the next President of the United States, but they will determine the future of alcohol and drug use in numerous counties and states across the nation. Alcohol … Continue reading
The media coverage of celebrity drug and alcohol use is unyielding, and the portrait painted of Hollywood’s drug culture by the entertainment press is not always accurate. Celebrity Rehab is a show in its second season created by addiction expert … Continue reading
Why is it that so many influential musicians, writers and artists are often associated with addiction? Throughout history, praised entertainers and creative forces have fallen victim to drugs and alcohol: American country singer Johnny Cash abused amphetamines; iconic French singer … Continue reading
Ecstasy, GHB, Rohypnol, Ketamine, and Meth are all examples of typical club drugs abused at parties, raves, and night clubs across the globe. These drugs affect the heart rate or nervous system and some even cause hallucinations. It’s for those … Continue reading
That was the sentiment expressed by David Sheff, a father whose son suffered from the self-destructive effects of substance abuse. David Sheff came to Arizona last week with his son, Nic as part of their book tour for Beautiful Boy … Continue reading
That was the sentiment expressed by David Sheff, a father whose son suffered from the self-destructive effects of substance abuse. David Sheff came to Arizona last week with his son, Nic as part of their book tour for Beautiful Boy … Continue reading
The popular A&E show Intervention chronicles the experiences of drug and alcohol addicts whose dependencies have brought them to a point of extreme personal crisis. The show takes an intimate look at the downward spiral of an addict, and the … Continue reading
Addiction is riddled with complexities, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs are intended to help drug users gain clarity of the power to which it controls actions, thoughts and choices. For those of us without drug and alcohol addiction, understanding … Continue reading
Medicine is an essential part of our lives – it reduces pain, helps us to heal, and makes it easier to fight a lot of diseases. However, those same medications that help people get well are being abused and causing … Continue reading
