Mouthwash is a very useful product. Swishing, rinsing, and gargling mouthwash is a good way to clean bacteria, debris, and prevent viral infection. Unfortunately, mouthwash is sometimes abused by those … Continue reading →

It cannot be repeated too often that about half the people with a substance use disorder also have a mental illness or, more correctly, another mental illness. According to the … Continue reading →

Whereas some drugs will stay in the body for a long period of time, alcohol doesn’t stay in the system too long. Of course, if you’re wondering just how long … Continue reading →

Unfortunately, there have been thousands of deaths every year in the United States alone, due to alcohol poisoning. There are far too many people who don’t understand the full dangers … Continue reading →

Withdrawal often referred to as withdrawal syndrome, is a situation where a person presents with predictable signs and symptoms following a sudden removal of a drug’s regular dosage, according to … Continue reading →

There are various reasons why people do drugs. If you ask 20 people why they do drugs, you may get 20 different answers. There are those who think people do drugs solely because … Continue reading →

Easter is a time of rebirth, renewal. Not only because it’s the Christian’s commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, but also because (in the northern hemisphere) it’s the early … Continue reading →

For the alcoholic who wants to quit drinking, the thought of going through alcohol withdrawal can be horrific. Maybe they’ve tried to detox before and it was very hard for them … Continue reading →

St. Patrick’s Day Safety Tips While in the U.S. St. Patrick’s Day is mostly a day to celebrate Irishness and drink green beer, and a great deal of drinking does … Continue reading →

This is (or was; the week’s almost over) National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week. It continues through Jan. 28, with local events all over the country (check your community bulletin … Continue reading →