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05/30/2023
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By Zoey Sky
DRUG EPIDEMIC: Data reveals drug overdose KILLED close to 110,000 Americans in 2022
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revealed that drug overdose killed the equivalent of a large plane full of Americans every other day in 2022. Citing reporting delays, officials believe the final count could be around 109,680, which would be a record high. The figures represent a plateau from the previous year […]
05/12/2023
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By Zoey Sky
Mental health in the digital age: 7 Ways to control your smartphone use
Many Americans spend too much time on their smartphones. You’re probably reading this article on a smartphone, and you are likely pausing frequently to check other apps if you’re feeling bored. If you’re worried that you’re spending a lot of time staring at your phone, it may be time to learn how to manage your smartphone use […]
04/18/2023
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By Zoey Sky
CDC: Prescriptions for Adderall and other stimulant drugs SPIKED during the COVID-19 pandemic
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued a report linking the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic to an unusual spike in prescriptions for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) drugs, especially among young women. The spike is part of a growing trend in the use of these prescribed stimulants. In 2022, more than 45 million prescriptions for Adderall […]
04/05/2023
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By Zoey Sky
“Zombie drug” made from fentanyl and xylazine now hitting American cities, warns DEA
The Drug Enforcement Administration issued an alert near the end of March about what they call “zombie drug,” a concoction of fentanyl and xylazine that is now being distributed across America. DEA Administrator Anne Milgram wrote in the alert that fentanyl becomes “even deadlier” when combined with xylazine, a veterinary tranquilizer. Milgram added that the DEA has successfully seized xylazine […]
03/28/2023
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By Zoey Sky
Data shows fentanyl addiction is the leading cause of death among Americans aged 18 to 49
Experts have warned that fentanyl is now the number one cause of overdose deaths in the United States, surpassing heroin by a shocking margin. Data shows that 81,230 drug overdose deaths occurred from May 2019 to May 2020, the largest number of drug overdoses for a 12-month interval ever recorded in the country. Fentanyl is a strong synthetic […]
07/01/2022
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By Zoey Sky
Heavy drinking in middle age linked to weight gain and greater stroke risk later in life
Many people drink alcohol to celebrate or relax, but excessive drinking is linked to many health problems. According to a study by researchers from the University College London (UCL) and the University of Cambridge, over 50 percent of drinkers aged 59 and older are heavy drinkers. Heavy drinking among that age group is associated with a significantly larger […]
05/12/2022
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By Zoey Sky
Are you feeling down? A digital detox can help improve your well-being, says experts
A lot of people spend hours on their smartphones, especially since you can do a lot of things on them: you can pay your bills, track packages, order food or keep up with family and friends. But according to a study published in the journal Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Networking, spending at least one week […]
02/04/2022
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By Zoey Sky
15 Addictive foods to avoid and how to deal with “addiction-like behavior”
Substances like alcohol and drugs are often associated with addiction, but certain foods can also cause addictive behavior. According to a study published in the journal PLOS One, foods full of carbs, fat and sugar are often linked to addiction. Eating habits and addiction There were two parts to the study, titled “Which Foods May Be […]
05/20/2020
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By Zoey Sky
The stigma around mental health is KILLING men: How to care for someone who is struggling with mental illness and addiction
According to Mental Health America, at least six million men in the U.S. are affected by depression annually. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention reports that compared to women, men died by suicide at a rate of 3.54 percent higher in 2017. In the same vein, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism notes that 62,000 […]
10/22/2019
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By Zoey Sky
An addictive personality isn’t all bad – here’s how to leverage it to your benefit
Having an addictive personality might seem like a bad thing, but you can turn it around to your benefit. For example, an addictive personality can teach you how to be more mindful and resilient. A person with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), mania, or obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCD) may be familiar with the symptoms of an addictive personality. These […]
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