Drug Addiction

While many states across the U.S. have legalized marijuana for medicinal and recreational use, like alcohol, there are still risks associated with excessive use.  Many people debate whether weed is addictive, however, the National Institutes of Health warns individuals that marijuana use disorder is, “often associated with other substance use…

Adderall is a prescription drug that is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Because Adderall is a stimulant, many people without ADHD abuse this drug to enhance focus and increase energy.  This is why a large majority of individuals who abuse Adderall are college students who use the…

5 Most Dangerous Over-the-Counter Drugs Many people assume that anything sold over the counter is safe. After all, these medications sit in a medicine cabinet, are easy to purchase at pharmacies, grocery stores, and even gas stations, and don’t require a prescription. But that sense of safety can be misleading.…

Salvia is a category of plants belonging to the mint family. There are about 960 different species of plants belonging to the Salvia genus. Some of these plants include sage, rosemary, and chia.  While many of the plants belonging to the Salvia genus are harmless, there is one plant that…