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Over the Counter Drug Abuse

Over the counter medications (OTC) containing dextromethorphan are abused by youth at an alarming rate. The Food and Drug Administration warns against DXM abuse. more...

Abuse of Medicinal Marijuana

Medical marijuana is fairly new in Canada and in the U.S. Like so many prescription pharmaceuticals, some people cross the line and an addiction is formed. more...

Viagra® Abuse

Viagra® helps thousands of men who suffer from erectile dysfunction. Like any new drug on the market, there are those who will abuse it. more...

Club Drugs and their Drug Street Names

Club drugs are a specific group of illicit substances that originated at discos, nightclubs and raves. Some pre-adolescent youth are experimenting with these drugs. more...

Coffee, Cola, Energy Drinks and Caffeine Abuse

Caffeine is addictive. Even if a person drinks only one large cup of coffee per day, to go a day without can bring on caffeine withdrawal symptoms. more...

Chronic Marijuana Use

Chronic pot use has the potential to cause a multitude of health effects for long-term smokers. Physiological and behavioral changes occur in those who abuse marijuana. more...

Crystal Meth Drug Addiction

Methamphetamine, also commonly known as "crank" or "speed" is a potent central nervous system stimulant. Meth is cheap and has a strong propensity to become addictive. more...

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