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Why do people get addicted to drugs? It’s a question that haunts every scientist. And with a price tag of $8 billion to the healthcare system, it’s a question that needs answering. So what is the reason behind addiction? Are drug addicts morally weak or do they lack the willpower to kick…
As a country with a centralized healthcare system, the burden of addiction falls on all of us. The Canada opioid crisis is a growing problem that is putting pressure on doctors and healthcare providers across the nation. This crisis is ballooning and is affecting families all over Canada. Read on…
A recent study found that more and more people are drinking alcohol. Adult alcohol use increased from 65 to 73 percent, which is nearly an 11 percent increase. We don’t have to tell you that alcohol consumption damages your body. The hangover the morning after is evidence enough of that. But…
How much sex is too much? Some say that for a sex addict, there’s never too much. And, this is a problem. Society makes fun of sex addictions. It makes it seem like a choice based on strong libido, not compulsion and dependence. The risks that come with having a…
A video game addiction doesn’t feel like other addictions. After all, it’s just a game. It can’t be as dangerous as drugs or alcohol, right? Because of this thought process, it can be hard for people to recognize the symptoms of video game addiction. If you want to learn how…
People begin using drugs for a variety of reasons. Below, we discuss some of the most common. These include environmental and genetic factors, mental health-related reasons, experimentation and functional or prescribed use. These reasons often combine and overlap. Reasons Why People Become Addicted to Drugs While many people begin using…