Using Marijuana to Treat Pain? a Pill May Outlast a Puff
... marijuana to treat pain? A pill may outlast a puff … appears to be in the throes of a prescription drug abuse crisis among teens. The United States appears to be in the throes of a prescription drug abuse… Continue reading
Laser Light Zaps Away Cocaine Addiction
... Light Zaps Away Cocaine Addiction “When we turn on a laser light in the prelimbic region of the prefrontal cortex, the compulsive cocaine seeking is gone,” said Antonello Bonci, MD, scientific director of the intramural research program at the… Continue reading
LCO Forum Addresses Prescription Drug Abuse
... forum addresses prescription drug abuse Silvis offered safety tips for prescription drug users, tips for parents and warning signs of abuse. “Take medications as prescribed,” he said. “One in five teens has abused a prescription pain medication, stimulant, tranquilizer… Continue reading
Coked-Up British Bankers Caused the Financial Crisis, Says UK Professor
... British Bankers Caused the Financial Crisis, Says UK Professor There is some anecdotal evidence to suggest that drug abuse — in particular the use of cocaine and heroin — was and continues to be rampant among bankers. Take, for… Continue reading
St Louis Rehab Center, Midwest Institute for Addiction, Inspires Patients With …
... and rational decision making. According to the center's website, “The recovery … Read more on SBWire (press release) Sidney resident spends spring break on mission trip to Trinidad During the day, they took a program of music, drama, testimonies… Continue reading
Prescription Drug Abuse on the Rise
... drug abuse on the rise Owen, who took on the position of drug diversion agent last fall, spends his days investigating prescription pill abuse, overdose deaths and illegal street sales. He also visits pharmacies and doctors and makes …… Continue reading