Addiction

Signs & Symptoms of an Alcoholic

Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence) involves all the symptoms of alcohol abuse, but also involves additional factor such as Physical Dependence – Tolerance and Withdrawal. If the individual relies on alcohol to function or feels physically compelled to drink, then he is an alcoholic.  Alcohol abuse generally refers to people who do not display the characteristics of alcoholism, but still have a problem with it. They are not…

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Cigarettes may be gateway to Marijuana: Study

Washington 6th May 2013 Scientists claim to have found evidence that cigarettes are a gateway drug to marijuana. US researchers randomly selected incoming college students from two universities – one in the North-West and one in the Midwest – to participate in the study. Students were interviewed prior to entering college and again at the end of their freshman year regarding…

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