Obesity researcher helps sugar addicts conquer cravings to win at weight loss
"Based on the results from studies done by my group and others, it appears clear that the overconsumption of sugar can lead to behaviors and brain changes that resemble drug addiction, however, sugar addiction will be different in many important ways … Read more on Examiner.com

Strawberry wants to help others with new center
It offers a 28-day residential treatment program that can treat up to 60 patients at a time for addiction and substance abuse. It also has a program to help athletes address post-playing issues, as well as anyone suffering long-term effects concussions … Read more on Boston Herald

Behavioral Addictions: A Basic Understanding
In most ways, substance and behavioral addictions are incredibly similar. Essentially, substance addicts are people who've lost control over their use of alcohol, prescription drugs, and/or illegal drugs such as methamphetamine, heroin, and cocaine … Read more on PsychCentral.com (blog)

Another Way to Honor LBJ's Legacy: Drug-Sentencing Reform
The meeting ended, and my father deleted that portion of the speech, which famously announced the War on Poverty—but kept the drug provision in Johnson's legislative program. This led to controlled-substance and drug-addiction reform that passed with … Read more on The Atlantic

ProSom Addiction and ProSom Abuse

KSC students release findings of drug use at Keene High School
In the study, conducted by 10 health science seniors and led by Keene State College Health Science Assistant Professor Dr. Marjorie Droppa, Keene High School student volunteers, teachers and parents were interviewed about substance abuse at the … Read more on The Union Leader

Kasich launches youth drug abuse prevention program
Kasich, with Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and members of his cabinet at his side, said Start Talking will involve parents, teachers coaches and the students themselves in helping end the drug abuse he said is in every town, in every corner of the … Read more on WVXU

The Jed Foundation Announces New Partnership With The Clinton Foundation …
A report from The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) at Columbia University found half of all full-time college students (3.8 million) binge drink, abuse prescription drugs and/or illegal drugs, and almost 1 in 4 of the nation's … Read more on EIN News (press release)

Increasing Marijuana Use in High School Is Reported
A new federal report shows that the percentage of American high school students who smoke marijuana is slowly rising, while the use of alcohol and almost every other drug is falling. The report raises concerns that the relaxation of restrictions on … Read more on New York Times (blog)

Question by Alvaro G: is decriminalizing drug use and increasing rehab opportuniites the solution to illegal drugs?
Mexico passed a controversial law on Aug. 20, 2009, decriminalizing people’s personal use of drugs.
the decriminalization policy is a progressive effort to humanize people who use drugs
punitive sanctions for drug users, such as detention, is no longer adopted in Mexico. The government believes that people who use drugs need health treatment. Drug addiction rehabilitation facilities should be established to fulfill their needs for health treatment, care and support for a full reco

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Answer by obamasbro
whoooppie ! mexico is already a basket case,now it will be a total sh+i+t hole…people,drug users/addicts are worthless group that contribute nothing to society.what the fk is wrong with you,dopers do not work,just party….

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Getting real on teen drug use
“Legal drugs have become a gateway for illegal drugs,” said Melissa Weiksnar, lead speaker at the “Just Listen” event dubbed “The Real Deal: Substance Abuse in Andover, 2013.” The former Tyngsboro resident told the heartbreaking story of her daughter, … Read more on Andover Townsman

Which stars fell the furthest in 2013?
Anything goes in Hollywood, and 2013 was certainly no exception, as the glamorous glitterati filled the year with racial epithets, orchestrated sex tape leaks, illicit drug use and, finally, fooling around with foam fingers on stage. "Sometimes we … Read more on Fox News

Crash Course on 21st Century Drugs
Through frequent presentations to probation departments, correctional centers, rehabilitation facilities, schools and private industries, Michelle shares the most recent research and trends in testing and identification. Issues presented and discussed … Read more on ValpoLife.com

50 Most Annoying People of 2013… Who We STILL Love!
Jenelle Evans: The Teen Mom 2 star has had numerous run-ins with the law, and this April, Jenelle and her husband, Courtland Rogers, hit rock bottom when they got arrested by police who found heroin in their possession. Evans later came under fire for … Read more on Radar Online

Question by John D: Are there any congressmen (house or senate) who favor changing the “war on drugs” to something more rational?
Many people believe the “prohibition” approach to marijuana and other “illegal drugs” is not working and will never work. They think it should be replaced with a “regulation” model similar to what is used with alcohol. Evidence: it’s well known that teenagers can obtain “illegal drugs” easier than alcohol or tobacco! That’s how well the current “war on drugs” is working.

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Answer by thebigshowernie
Barney Frank is for Decriminalization of Marijuana.

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Paul Walker's sister angered by drag racing rumours
The singer also opened up about his rocky relationship with Demi, claiming the 'X Factor' USA judge – who went to rehab for "physical and emotional issues" in 2010 – was actually struggling with full-blown "drug abuse" and he only stayed with her … Read more on Castanet.net

New facility to offer homeless veterans treatment
Often unemployed and suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder or other mental health issues, some veterans turn to drugs or alcohol as a means to cope, becoming homeless in the process. On any given night, according to the U.S. Department of … Read more on Muncie Star Press

How An HIV-Positive Man Was Sent To Prison For Having Sex — With A Condom
A dozen miles away, his mother and stepfather looked on as local sheriff's deputies searched their home for drugs — not illegal drugs, but lifesaving prescription medications. Lab results and a bottle of pills found in the Rhoades' …. to donate or … Read more on BuzzFeed