The Ripple Effect of Substance Abuse (Creativity for a Cause)

The Ripple Effect of Substance Abuse (Creativity for a Cause) – Young adults talk about how their parents’ substance abuse has impacted them in their own lives. By Bethany Yates Song: “Breath In, Breath Out” by Between th…

Police chiefs suggest tickets for pot possession instead of criminal charges

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“These drugs are illegal because of the harmful effects they have on users — and on society for that matter. As a government, we have a responsibility to protect the interests of families across this country.” The committee's report says there are …
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Manchester Police Fight Rising Tide Of Drugs

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Baggie of heroin seized by Manchester police. The abuse of prescription drugs and heroin in the city has been on the rise in the past decade. For police … And I said that's the side effects from the drugs. I tried telling him, you needed to stop …
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Legalize it

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Countries like Israel have a legal medical cannabis regime that has allowed them to research the drug and its effects for decades, yet American scientists and universities cannot even study the plant itself because it would be illegal to do so. The …
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Investigation: Why North Faces Drug Addiction

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Sadly, like any drug, the syrup has its drawbacks; for example, it has a plethora of side effects and potential for abuse as a recreational drug. This medication is commonly regarded as an extra-strength cough suppressor and recommended for use in …
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