As we celebrate Memorial Day, we take a moment out of our lives to remember and honor those who serve our country. These people have dedicated their time and lives to ensuring our freedom. Some lose their lives or spend … Continue reading
Even though drug abuse is common among athletes, there are some sports that are less prone to drug abuse among participants. Racing is one of those sports, thankfully. That does not mean drug abuse never finds its way in; it … Continue reading
Amidst a surge of new and trendy drugs is one that is more dangerous than the rest. This drug is more addictive, more lethal, and cheaper than many other drugs that people are familiar with or that are new on … Continue reading
Many times when we hear of addiction and treatment, we hear of people who have recovered from drug or alcohol addiction themselves that go back to help others recover. While it is a nice thing to do to help others, … Continue reading
In our narrow view of drug addicts, many of us probably picture an individual in their 20s or 30s, perpetually high and living a completely irresponsible life. There are many more people in our country that come from a different … Continue reading
We know it is important to identify and get help to people who are addicted to drugs or alcohol. But as a new survey suggests, putting this into practical methods is often difficult to do. Substance Abuse and Health Screens … Continue reading
As parents it is our job to teach our kids things and make sure they know how to keep themselves safe. Many parents, however, come to a point in their lives when they have to decide just how much information is enough, … Continue reading
We’ve come a long way from the early days of Alcoholics Anonymous. While still the foundation for millions of people working to achieve sobriety, one of the basic principles of AA is being challenged by today’s world. Some people think that … Continue reading
Many obese individuals at one time or another consider bariatric surgery. Gastric bypass surgery, which reduces the size of the stomach, causes huge weight loss in patients over a relatively short period of time. While the surgery is generally successful … Continue reading
Mother’s Day is a great time for us to remember the mom who raised us, the one who wiped away our tears and kissed our scrapes. But what about the many people who didn’t have a good relationship with their … Continue reading
