Drugs are chemicals or chemical compounds that alter or affect some functions of the human body or mind. These include some substances that are legal and others that are illegal. In addition, there are also drugs that are legal when used in accordance with a doctor's prescription but illegal when
Drug Fact Sheet
Cirrhosis Of The Liver and the Effects Of Alcohol Abuse
Cirrhosis of the liver is a serious medical condition and is the result of advanced liver disease. As the liver gets damaged by disease or alcohol abuse, scars form within the liver. The cirrhosis scarring blocks the flow of blood within the liver which interferes with the liver's normal function.
Drug Education for Teens
Teens, like adults, take drugs for various reasons. Sometimes, teenagers may turn to drugs in an effort to "fit in" or show that they belong with a certain group. They may also begin using drugs because of friends, to seem cool or more mature, as a means to rebel, or out of simple curiosity. The
How To Be Happy Without Liquor
When people ask me for advice regarding drinking, one of the most common things that they say is, "How else will I have fun if I'm not drinking?" I simply say, "There are plenty of ways!" Too many folks seem to think that the only way to have fun at parties, sporting events, dinners, and on weekends
7 Rewarding Ways to Achieve a Natural High
You remember how you felt when you got high for the first time; it was intense, fun, and one of the reasons you kept using. Assuming that you're now in recovery, you may think that those highs are a thing of the past thanks to newfound coping mechanisms. I'm here to tell you that you're wrong.
Addictions Effects on Family
Substance addiction doesn't just affect the abuser. Instead, it hurts everyone who cares about them. If someone you love is addicted to drugs or alcohol, you're also likely suffering the consequences. It's critical that family members understand addiction, its impact on loved ones, and how to cope
Mental Health Informational Resources
Mental health embodies all emotional, psychological, and social aspects of human existence. It affects how people think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how an individual handles stress, relates to others, and makes choices. Mental health affects every stage of life, from childhood through
What Really Happens to Your Brain When You have a Hangover?
You know how you feel really great after a long, well-deserved sleep? What about that energized feeling you get after working out and hitting a new personal best? With a hangover, you get none of that. So, what happens when you have a hangover? A hangover is that migraine a person gets when they
Helping Children and Teens Deal With Depression
Children and teenagers are generally happy and well-adjusted in their everyday lives. Children will enjoy laughing, playing and having fun with friends and family in their normal lives. While the majority of children lead happy and healthy lives, an estimated 10–15% of children or teenagers suffer
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