The Dangers Of Binge Drinking
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Binge drinking is the most common pattern of excessive alcohol use in the United States. It means drinking solely to [...]
Ask Horizon: Can I force someone to go to rehab?
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It’s extremely painful to watch a family member or other loved one struggle with drug or alcohol addiction. And it’s [...]
Prenatal addiction and postpartum services
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Although drug abuse among prenatal women is not common, the detrimental effects for women who do abuse drugs or alcohol [...]
Marijuana Legalization – Why “Legal” Doesn’t Mean “Safe” or “OK”
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New marijuana laws and changes in cultural opinion are affecting people’s attitudes towards its use. Not only are people beginning [...]
Ask Horizon – What is “rock bottom”?
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If you’re struggling with an addiction or struggling to understand an addict, you may have heard the term “rock bottom” [...]
The Basics of BAC (Blood Alcohol Content)
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If you’ve ever known anyone who was pulled over for drunk driving, or read an article about someone who was [...]
What Does Family History Have to Do With Addiction?
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Not everyone can drink or use drugs without developing dependence, and the amount you drink or consume does not influence [...]
Community education on painkiller addiction continues in Williamsville
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On Thursday March 27th, 2014 Williamsville North High school hosted two assemblies involving all students and faculty to discuss the [...]
How To Talk To Your Kids About Drug and Alcohol Use and Abuse
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As kids get older—although not as old as you might think—alcohol and drugs start to enter their worlds. As parents, [...]