by Valiant | Jul 11, 2014 | medical studies, mental illness and disorders
A new medical study at Concordia University shows a link between parents who have bipolar disorder and risky sexual behaviors in their offspring. Bipolar disorder is a serious mental disorder, and children whose parents have this condition have a higher risk of...
by Valiant | Jan 10, 2014 | Drug abuse, medical studies, Prescription drug abuse
A new video game has been developed that can help doctors identify patients who abuse prescription drugs, and this game may help save lives. The interactive game is based on research performed by Dr. Michael F. Fleming, associated with the Northwestern University...
by Valiant | Nov 1, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, medical studies
1. Permanent and irreversible bran damage can result from chronic or heavy drinking because of alcohol abuse and addiction. Every time you consume alcohol you destroy brain cells, and the more you drink the more damage you do to your brain. Over time permanent brain...
by Valiant | Sep 20, 2013 | Addiction treatment, medical studies
Opiate medications are typically prescribed to control pain, and they include many different drugs and medication names. Oxycontin, morphine, Vicodin, Percocet, Roxycodone, and many other prescription drugs contain opiates. These drugs help to relieve pain and...
by Valiant | Feb 28, 2013 | Drug abuse, heroin use, medical studies, Prescription drug abuse, teen drug use
https://vimeo.com/671040628/532862b63b When it comes to teenagers and young adults who abuse opiate pain medications a new study by Drexel University, the School of Public Health, Department of Community Health and Prevention, shows some surprising findings. One of...
by Valiant | Feb 24, 2013 | marijuana use, medical studies, teen drug use
Marijuana can be a dangerous drug, and the push to legalize it in some states may send the wrong message to kids and younger adults. What effect does marijuana have on the brain, and why is it harmful? THC is the active compound in this plant, but it is only one of...
