Underage Teens Receive Alcohol and Drugs Through The Mail
Monday, 16 March 2015
The internet has facilitated an unprecedented level of access to products and services around the world. Almost anyone with a credit card, gift card, or online payment account can purchase items online. This happens to include intoxicating substances, both legal and illegal, distributed via the “underground” internet. Yes, there are people who will buy alcohol
- Published in Addiction in Media, Alcoholism, Drug Addiction, Drug Safety, General Discussion, Information for Parents, Marijuana Addiction, Prescription Drug Abuse, Teen Substance Abuse, Uncategorized
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From Addiction to Recovery
Wednesday, 04 March 2015
Alcohol and Drug Services (ADS) has been serving the Piedmont Triad community for over 40 years. During this time, the agency has offered a wide variety of treatment programs and prevention programs to help people learn to deal with addictive disease and to live a healthier life. Most everyone knows someone who has struggled with
Life Saving Product, Evzio, Being Rolled Out
Sunday, 15 February 2015
Evzio is a new medical product recently released and which was developed for the prevention of opioid overdose death. It is a convenient naloxone administration device that can be quickly and easily given to heroin & opiate overdose victims. The product has been covered by Huffington Post and Methadone.US. Shown below is a news video
New Jennifer Aniston Movie Depicts Reality of Chronic Pain
Wednesday, 04 February 2015
Cake is a recent movie starring Jennifer Aniston (released December 2014) which portrays the personal struggle of people suffering with debilitating chronic pain. Phoenix House, a drug treatment organization with locations in numerous states, published an informative review of the movie about a week ago. In their review of Cake, Phoenix House highlight the common
American Academy of Pediatrics Against Marijuana Legalization
Monday, 02 February 2015
Recently published by DrugFree.org is an article discussing the recent statement distributed by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The country’s pediatricians have indicated that they believe the legalization of marijuana presents an unacceptable degree of risk to adolescent health and development. The group identified some medical exceptions for children suffering with a debilitating illness, but
Support in the Recovery Process
Thursday, 29 January 2015
Stepping onto the path of recovery is a huge, positive step. Your commitment to change is the key ingredient in staying on that path. Research has consistently shown that those who remain engaged longer in the treatment and recovery process have a much greater likelihood of successful, long-term sobriety. This path of recovery offers information,
Substance Abuse On College Campuses
Monday, 26 January 2015
A feature article by Alex Spear of Wake Forest University’s Student Newspaper reveals a shocking level of alcohol abuse occurring on local college campuses. In the piece, published January 15, Alex depicts the typical visuals of walking around the BB&T sports field and seeing fresh & dried vomit and crushed beer cans in plain view.
Teen Trends Regarding Alcohol and Drugs
Tuesday, 06 January 2015
The NIH (National Institute on Drug Abuse) recently published the results of its 2014 ‘Monitoring The Future‘ survey which examined teen attitudes and behavior in regard to alcohol and other drugs. The survey groups were students in the 8th, 10th, and 12th grades. The study was facilitated by researchers at the University of Michigan. Notable
Three NC Deaths After Using Cocaine Laced With Fentanyl
Monday, 08 December 2014
On Sunday, it was reported by the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office that three adults in the Siler City area died following ingestion of cocaine laced with Fentanyl (a powerful prescription painkiller). Six others became sickened and were treated on the scene by EMS or taken to local hospitals. One of these is presently hospitalized in
- Published in Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug Laws, Drug Overdose, Fentanyl, Naloxone, Narcan, Opioid Addiction, Opioid Overdose
Misuse of Prescription Stimulants Among Young Adults
Monday, 01 December 2014
Adderall, Ritalin, and Vyvanse are popular prescription medications used in the treatment of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). These medications have stimulant properties which help individuals diagnosed with ADHD to better focus their attention, and control hyperactivity, so that they can learn more effectively and succeed in diverse environments such as work and school. ADHD
- Published in Drug Abuse Trends, Prescription Drug Abuse, Stimulant Abuse, Teen Substance Abuse