Alarming Number of Teens Use Opioids Nonmedically

Just more than 1 in 6 high school seniors has used prescription opioids, says a study in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine. That 17.6 percent have used opioids for any medical reason is scary enough, but 12.9 percent say they have used opioids nonmedically. It's terrifying to think that kids can access strong mind-altering drugs and use them recreationally. It's worrisome that they would even want to. Sure, kids are curious. But this goes beyond a little alcohol pot experimentation (both of which are bad enough). Opioids affect thinking and development. Even just one use can have disasterous, long-term consequences.  Do I sound paranoid? I am, with good reason. You should be too. Read on. Study Finds Alarming Number of Teens Use Opioids Nonmedically

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Sinus headaches and seasonal allergy headaches can be crippling. Sometime nothing cuts the headache besides medication. Other times it is possible to find drug-free relief with these simple easy tips.
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Steroid Induced Depression

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Depression is usually categorized into two main groups: clinical (chronic, organic) and acute (related to circumstance, temporary). Many situations can cause depressive episodes. Medications, including steroids, often cause depression.
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ADD and ADHD Nutrition Problems Caused by Ritalin, Concerta, Aderall

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Diagnoses of ADD (Attention-Deficit Disorder) and ADHD (Attention-Deficit with Hyoeractivity Disorder) are skyrocketing; Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta and other ADD/ ADHD medications are common prescriptions. These meds cause nutrition problems.
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Caring for Senior Citizens: Managing Medications and Drugs

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Most senior citizens take a least one form of medicine daily. Many take multiple medicines. If you have to care for an elderly person, particularly a disabled person, keeping track of medications can be difficult. Here's how
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