Signs of an Abuser Apply to Women as Well as Men
Signs of an abuser apply to women as well as men
… signs of an abuser. Would you use your influence to say that men are also victims of abuse? … My ex was attractive, talented and host to multiple addictions — risky sexual encounters with men and women, cocaine,… Continue reading
Dr. Ghazaleh Sadri-Vakili Interview
Dr. Ghazaleh Sadri-Vakili Interview — NIDA scientists and grantees bring brain science to life in these video interviews conducted at NIDA’s 2012 Frontiers in Science mini convention at the Socie…
Editorial: Battle vs illegal drugs
They were able to control the unforeseen crimes that might happen as a result of… Continue reading
What Is the Probability of Dying From Withdrawal From Alcohol “Cold Turkey”?
Question by Waylon: What is the probability of dying from withdrawal from alcohol “cold turkey”?
I am 25 years old and seemingly in decent shape. I’m in a point of my life graduating from school with my bachelor’s degree and don’t want to get into trouble with the police or… Continue reading
NYC Official: Hoffman Died From Toxic Mix of Drugs
NYC official: Hoffman died from toxic mix of drugs
"There's a difference between a stimulant death, which would be cocaine and the amphetamines, and a narcotic death, like heroin," he said. The first two can cause heart rhythm problems, a stroke or heart attack, whereas heroin, especially with …
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Why Do People Say That Marijuana Is Addictive?
Question by Oleg: Why do people say that marijuana is addictive?
Anybody who has any common sense knows that it’s not. I find trying to cut out junk food or video games much harder than not smoking. I’ve gone months on end without smoking because of priorities but… Continue reading
Should I Continue
Should I Continue —
Treat addiction as the illness it is
And piling on, critics of treatment argue that Hoffman's death is proof that “treatment doesn't work” and that addicts cannot be saved. This torrent of insensitive and unfair questions didn't follow after Gandolfini died from a heart attack alone… Continue reading
Marshals Cleared; Lock-Up Story Finally Told
Marshals Cleared; Lock-Up Story Finally Told
The chief medical examiner has ruled that See died of “acute methamphetamine and amphetamine intoxication with recent miocardial infarct.” Translation: He took amphetamines, which caused him to have a heart attack that caused damage that eventually …
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Brain Power K-1 Mod2
Brain Power K-1 Mod2 — This video can also be viewed at: http://www.drugabuse.gov/JSP2/BPVideosGradesk-1.html Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment poli…
US drug czar urges police to carry heroin overdose treatment
Wilson Compton, deputy director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse at the National Institutes… Continue reading
Does Insurance Cover ER Visit for Illegal Drug?
Question by Meringue: Does insurance cover ER visit for illegal drug?
Does health insurance typically cover trips to the ER for treatment related to using an illegal drug?
Basically, I had a bad trip on shrooms, so they took me to the ER. They put me on IV fluids… Continue reading
Why Did “Birdman” Stop Playing for a While?
Question by Kobe’s passes hit the rim first: Why did “Birdman” Stop playing for a while?
someone told me he had a drug problem and was in the middle of a divorce, is that true?
Also, has anyone ever seen this dude smile?
I meant in general, Bobby. Ive… Continue reading