Rap and hip-hop music has had a huge influence on American society, and began in the 1970’s, according to Stanford University. Marshall Mathers, otherwise known as Eminem, has had a prominent place in the rap and hip-hop world as he… Read More ›
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Trump is Being “Assessed” by Several Psychiatrists, and Here’s What They Say
President Donald Trump is a hot topic for Democrats and Republicans alike, as past statements he has made have surfaced their way for analysis and defense by many Americans. Several books have been published examining the president’s mental health, as… Read More ›
The Most Addictive Opioids Out There Could be Right in Your Medicine Cabinet
With the uprising of the opioid crisis, pain medication is landing front in center as a concern of many Americans. Too many overdoses have occurred due to opioids, and the government is working to enact a plan to educate the… Read More ›
Fergie’s Story Behind Addiction
Celebrities shape the public perception, endorse values and beliefs, and influence people. The stories of celebrities in the United States have the propensity to challenge others and inspire them, no matter the story. Fergie is no exception – the singer… Read More ›
How Media Fuels the Stigma of Addiction
Although the industry of addiction treatment and recovery has made progressive leaps and bounds over the past few decades, the field still faces a large hurdle of outdated ideologies that prevent innovative and evidence-based practices from being implemented. This restrictive… Read More ›
Taking “Selfies” Isn’t An Act Of Narcissism, Study Reveals
A “Selfie” is a self-portrait photo. Selfies aren’t new. People have been turning around their camera to try and get a good picture of themselves for years. Photographers have set the… Read More ›
What It Will Take To Fight For Mental Health Care
Various acts that were signed into law during the previous administration took great strides for providing mental health care. As there is a shift in party and perspectives on health insurance, health care, and mental illness, we face a time… Read More ›
Overdose Rises 33%
In the last five years, overdose on opioid drugs has increased 33%, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Though the general increase is 33%, some states, like New Hampshire, have seen increases of 191%. Other high ranking states included… Read More ›
Richard Branson Calls for an End to the War on Drugs
There’s no doubt that drugs are a serious issue in the United States, but a fair amount of controversy surrounds the country’s “war on drugs” approach to the problem. Virgin Group founder Richard Branson is a vocal participant in this… Read More ›
The Latest News on Alcohol Consumption and Pregnancy
Over the years there has been a wealth of data compiled concerning the consumption of alcohol by women during pregnancy. For decades, the general consensus has been that it is best for pregnant women to abstain from alcohol consumption; however,… Read More ›