War on drugs: Should marijuana be legalized?
War on drugs: Should marijuana be legalized?
I am grateful to John McKay for so clearly spelling out the important policy issues regarding marijuana. Marijuana prohibition has failed [“It’s high time we change the country’s wrongheaded policy on marijuana,” Opinion, Sept. 5].
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The Devastating Impact of Addiction. Parents and Students Should Take Notice
Hear about the devastating impact of addiction and substance abuse from Dr. Stephen Dewey ([email protected]), neuroscientist at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research. Parents and students should take note of the impact of caffeine (very high doses could kill you), cocaine (lose the ability to feel pleasure from anything), marijuana… Continue reading
UK Should Take Lead from Arnie on Phones and Driving, Says yesinsurance.co.uk
(PRWEB) October 24, 2007
A new law preventing teenage motorists from using even a hands free mobile phone whilst driving, which was introduced last month by California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, should be adapted for use in the UK, according to car insurer, yesinsurance.co.uk.
Research studies indicate that around… Continue reading
Substance Abuse Counselors Should They Disclose Personal Information to Patients?
Substance Abuse Counselors Should They Disclose Personal Information to Patients?
Substance abuse counselors are expected to keep their patient’s records confidential at all times. This is part of the code of ethics that govern the practice of their profession. But what if we turn the tables and ask: Should substance… Continue reading
Parents, Teens and Addiction – Should You Talk About Your Drug Use?
William Cope Moyers on Good Morning America – Teens say hearing about their parents’ experiences with drugs and alcohol would make them less likely to use the substances themselves, according to a new study. October 8, 2009
Do you think marijuana should be legal in California?
Do you think marijuana should be legal in California?
I think medical marijuana is fine, but it should be administered like any other medication — at a pharmacy, not dispensed at one of these marijuana dispensaries. It’s getting too loose that way.
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