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Binge Eating Disorder isOfficially Recognized in the DSM-5
Since 1999, the American Psychiatric Association has been working with over 400 individuals to rework what is the guide to modern psychiatry. Commonly referred to as the DSM-5, it's full name is: The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Binge Eating or Compulsive Eating (or Overeating) is included in the new version. read more...
Three Unlikely Partners in Crime Part II Mexican Farmers and Xalisco Drug Entrepreneurs
This article continues a look at the rise of heroin overdoses due to a variety of global factors coming together. Farmers and independent drug operators in Mexico have unwittingly combined forces with prescription drug manufactureres to contribute to the death of thousands of Americans. This is Part 2 of a 3 part series. read more...
Three Unlikely Partners in Crime: Afghanistan, Mexico, and Prescription Drugs Manufacturers
Farmers in Afghanistan, Farmers and Drug Cartels in Mexico, and prescription drugs manufacturers have unwittingly combinee forces to contribute to the death of thousands of Americans. This is Part I of a 3 part series. read more...
The War on Drugs Moves beyond the Airwaves into the Concert Halls of Mexico
We have periodically covered the Mexican drug trade and it's negative effects on people who are victims of its violence and drug proliferation in the United States. This article takes a look at how the Mexican government is taking extreme steps to censor the arts as they relate to the Mexican drug trade and also sheds light on how this might surprisingly have an effect on you if you live in the United States. read more...
Pain Medication Overdoses are linked to Higher Dose Prescriptions
It probably doesn't come as any surprise that higher dose prescriptions will cause an increase in painkiller overdose (and most likely an increase in painkiller addiction as well). read more...
Ecstasy Use Killing More Young and Healthy People
It has always been feared that ecstasy is a dangerous and potentially deadly drug. A recent study though, shows just how lethal ecstasy can be and the results are surprising. Young and healthy people, who normally do not do drugs, are dying from ecstasy. read more...
Untreated Addiction Creates Confusion not Harmony
Kelly K. knows his stuff. Here is his latest entry about the perils of living a life "in your addiction." read more...
The New Era of Reaching Out to "At Risk" Teens Through Their Parents
Innovation and clever marketing aren't just attributes reserved for companies like Apple and Google. People like those in our industry who want to save lives are also innovating their commercials and products to help teens who are at risk of becoming drug overdose casualties. read more...
Fertility Treatment Could Be Reduced for Alcoholic Drinkers
If you are an alcoholic woman, there is a statement recommending that your fertility doctor enforce "lifestyle changes" before you are eligible for continued fertility treatments. read more...
A Change is a Comin' by Chris Swanberg
I’m not the man I should to be. I’m not the man I could be. At least I’m not the man I used to be. read more...
