Drug Abuse

Medical marijuana is a good idea. Thousands of patients have found pain-relief through smoking cannabis. There's concern that some dispensaries are selling illegally.

Dec 1, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

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

Oct 31, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

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.

Oct 31, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

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

Sep 30, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

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.

Sep 30, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

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.

Aug 30, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

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.

Aug 30, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

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.

Dec 26, 2008 - Karen Stephenson

Drug abuse addiction continues to spread. Young adults continuously experiment for new highs that are potent and inexpensive. This time the cocktail is deadly, sherms.

Dec 14, 2008 - Karen Stephenson

Are marijuana smokers afflicted with Amotivational Syndrome?The scientific jury is still out however, those in relationships with long term pot smokers the verdict is in.

Aug 15, 2008 - Karen Stephenson