Tag Archives: Preventing Misuse

Should The U.S. Follow Portugal’s Example In Decriminalizing Drugs?

What You Need Know About Decriminalizing Drugs - Addiction Hope The decriminalization of drugs remains a hot topic in the United States. Currently, it is legal to smoke marijuana recreationally in Colorado, Oregon, Washington state and Washington D.C., and many advocates hope other states will follow. Some medical experts tout the benefits of cannabis oil in medical treatment, especially for serious diseases such as cancer. [...]
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Should Parents Allow Their Kids To Try Their First Joint At Home?

Parents Control Childrens First Joint At Home - Addiction Hope The 1980s provided a clear message about drugs to all parents: Just say no! However, today’s drug landscape is far more complex, with conflicting messages about alcohol, tobacco, opiates and marijuana coming from various sources. Recently, business magnate Richard Branson thrust this issue into the spotlight. How? By stating that if kids are going to [...]
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September Is National Recovery Month: Remember Those Fighting To Stay Healthy

September Is National Recovery Month - Addiction Hope Every September, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) devotes the entire month to educating Americans on the reality of recovering from substance abuse and mental disorders. September is thus known as “National Recovery Month.” The Goal and History Of National Recovery Month The main aim of National Recovery Month, according to SAMHSA [...]
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Is It Possible To Use Mindfulness For Relapse Prevention?

Mindfulness For Relapse Prevention Is Key - Addiction Hope Sobriety is a lifelong commitment. Relapse may feel unlikely at times, but it only takes one oversight for past addiction to work its way back into someone’s life. New studies show that mindfulness-based relapse prevention has potential as a treatment method for people struggling to keep drug and/or alcohol addiction at bay. Even those with [...]
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Why Are There Different Drug Names On The Street?

Different Drug Names Cocaine Heroin Marijuana - Addiction Hope Snow. Crank. Acid. Buttons. These words seem normal enough, but they actually refer to cocaine, crystal meth, LSD and psychedelic mushrooms, respectively. There is a wide world of street names for drugs, and they’re constantly changing. For parents especially, it’s important to recognize the alternative terms that people use to refer to common drugs. Even [...]
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