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Cannabis
fromIrish Independent
8 hours ago

'One of the most unusual and saddest cases', judge tells man (24) whose partner died after festival drug use

Brian Carroll pled guilty to drug possession after a tragic incident involving his girlfriend's death, committing to a drug-free life.
#family-dynamics
Parenting
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Asking Eric: Doesn't the mom see how her dream trip looks to her anxious daughter?

The struggles of adoptees often stem from relational dynamics rather than genetics, highlighting the importance of support systems in recovery.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Should I Let My Grandchild's Psychiatrist Know My Concerns About Her?

It is not wrong to voice concerns to a psychiatrist, but consider the patient's perspective on confidentiality.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Want to Get My Nephew's College Acceptance Revoked. My Husband Is Standing In My Way.

Parents should prioritize child safety over family reputation when dealing with substance abuse.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Relationships

Help! My Sister and Her Little Girl Are in a Shelter. They Could Easily Live With Me, but Only Under One Condition.

Parenting
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Asking Eric: Doesn't the mom see how her dream trip looks to her anxious daughter?

The struggles of adoptees often stem from relational dynamics rather than genetics, highlighting the importance of support systems in recovery.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Should I Let My Grandchild's Psychiatrist Know My Concerns About Her?

It is not wrong to voice concerns to a psychiatrist, but consider the patient's perspective on confidentiality.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I Want to Get My Nephew's College Acceptance Revoked. My Husband Is Standing In My Way.

Parents should prioritize child safety over family reputation when dealing with substance abuse.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Relationships

Help! My Sister and Her Little Girl Are in a Shelter. They Could Easily Live With Me, but Only Under One Condition.

Alternative medicine
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Bill would create program for doctors with substance use, other disorders

Tina Minasian questions California's medical treatment bill for doctors with substance use issues, stressing public safety in healthcare.
#elon-musk
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Elon Musk Took Ketamine Daily, Sometimes Mixing It With Other Drugs: NYT

Elon Musk's increasing ketamine use raises serious concerns about his mental health and behavior amidst his political involvement.
Cannabis
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Elon Musk's Real Drug Problem Is Much Worse Than You Think

Elon Musk's ideological shift to far-right views parallels an intensifying substance abuse that impacts his cognitive state and public persona.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Elon Musk Took Ketamine Daily, Sometimes Mixing It With Other Drugs: NYT

Elon Musk's increasing ketamine use raises serious concerns about his mental health and behavior amidst his political involvement.
Cannabis
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Elon Musk's Real Drug Problem Is Much Worse Than You Think

Elon Musk's ideological shift to far-right views parallels an intensifying substance abuse that impacts his cognitive state and public persona.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Mothers fight to protect children from drugs as hotspotting' takes hold in Lesotho

Some parents unknowingly aid substance abuse as they buy items for their children thinking they are for educational use, without realizing their actual purpose.
Online Community Development
#mental-health
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

My son killed himself after ketamine ruined his life how many lives will be lost?'

Ketamine addiction poses significant risks, leading to devastating consequences and a drastic increase in usage among young people.
Parenting
fromPage Six
1 month ago

Exclusive | Aaron Carter's twin sister, Angel, says being the 'neglected' child 'saved' her life after losing 3 siblings

Angel Carter Conrad credits her survival to being the 'neglected' child in a troubled family, emphasizing the importance of normalcy and connection.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Police report says former MLB pitcher Brian Matusz died at 37 of likely overdose

Brian Matusz's tragic death from an apparent overdose highlights the ongoing struggles of substance abuse and mental health issues among athletes.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

My son killed himself after ketamine ruined his life how many lives will be lost?'

Ketamine addiction poses significant risks, leading to devastating consequences and a drastic increase in usage among young people.
Parenting
fromPage Six
1 month ago

Exclusive | Aaron Carter's twin sister, Angel, says being the 'neglected' child 'saved' her life after losing 3 siblings

Angel Carter Conrad credits her survival to being the 'neglected' child in a troubled family, emphasizing the importance of normalcy and connection.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Police report says former MLB pitcher Brian Matusz died at 37 of likely overdose

Brian Matusz's tragic death from an apparent overdose highlights the ongoing struggles of substance abuse and mental health issues among athletes.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Ex-Big Brother star accuses 'party girl influencers' of secretly struggling with substance abuse while glamorizing lifestyle

"PSA, your favorite party girl influencers all have crazy substance abuse problems," she claimed, later repeating for emphasis, "Crazy substance abuse problems."
Social media marketing
#opioids
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Alternative medicine

Experts want drug known as the 'new Valium' to be controlled after misuse leads to overdoses

Alternative medicine
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Experts want drug known as the 'new Valium' to be controlled after misuse leads to overdoses

Pregabalin abuse is increasing, particularly with opioids, prompting calls for its reclassification as a controlled substance.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

1st overdose death of drug '100 times more potent than fentanyl' reported in Santa Clara Co.

Carfentanil, a powerful new synthetic opioid, has led to its first overdose death in Santa Clara County, raising serious concerns about street drugs.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago

Women Are Sharing The Exact Moment They Realized Their Partners Were Complete Strangers

Relationships can reveal profound and painful truths about partners, leading to moments of disillusionment and heartbreak.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Dr. Oz Pops Into SF's Mission District, Visits Senior Care Facility and Actually Says Nice Things About It

What I witnessed here is a true miracle...they take you into a community that's all-inclusive.
San Francisco
#public-health
from48 hills
2 months ago
NYC politics

Matt Dorsey attacks us on Twitter about harm reduction and the city's priorities - 48 hills

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto startup

Number of non-fatal overdoses Toronto paramedics respond to is declining, city data shows | CBC News

SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Santa Clara County records its first carfentanil overdose death

Carfentanil is a potent synthetic opioid linked to a significant rise in overdose deaths, emphasizing the dangers of counterfeit pills.
from48 hills
2 months ago
NYC politics

Matt Dorsey attacks us on Twitter about harm reduction and the city's priorities - 48 hills

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto startup

Number of non-fatal overdoses Toronto paramedics respond to is declining, city data shows | CBC News

fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Ted Danson recalls confronting Kelsey Grammer on 'Cheers' in heated exchange: I'm 'f-king pissed off'

Finally I went up to his dressing room and I said, 'I've told you how much I love you [...] but I have not told you how f-king pissed off I am at you.'
Boston Bruins
#police-investigation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Dear Abby: We thought we were talking privately, but it was caught on her doorbell video

In dealing with family conflict, it's crucial to communicate openly and acknowledge each other's feelings to pave the way for understanding.
Parenting
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Kush destroys them': the Guinean rehab clinic tackling a drug epidemic

Guinea faces a growing drug crisis, particularly with the dangerous substance 'kush' spreading among users, including youth from Islamic schools.
fromPage Six
1 month ago

Haley Joel Osment yells Jewish slurs, struggles with police in arrest video

"I've been kidnapped by a f-king Nazi," the 'Sixth Sense' star can be heard saying while in the back of a cop car, according to footage obtained by The Post.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'American Idol' alum Doug Kiker had toxic cocktail of drugs in his system at time of death: report

Kiker reportedly passed away with a toxic cocktail of drugs in his system, including fentanyl, methadone, amphetamines, and recent cocaine use.
LA Kings
#health
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler put scarves on his microphone to 'hide his pills,' claims daughter

Mia Tyler revealed that her father, Steven Tyler, wrapped scarves around his microphone not for style, but to hide drugs for on-stage use.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Charisma in abundance': why Just Act Normal is the best showcase for new talent since Adolescence

Just Act Normal is a show about three young siblings who decide to struggle on as normal after their mother, a perennially unreliable woman with substance abuse issues, disappears.
Parenting
Miami Dolphins
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Former Miami Dolphins standout Vontae Davis' cause of death 'undetermined,' medical examiner says

Vontae Davis' cause of death is classified as undetermined, with possible drug involvement and a history of CTE evident in medical reports.
Mission District
fromKqed
2 months ago

A San Francisco Man's Housing Struggle After Relapse Put Him Back on the Streets | KQED

California proposes legislation to support sober housing programs by allowing funding for drug-free units and preventing eviction due to relapse.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

aya: hexed!

"In her debut album, aya captures the intensity of a ketamine experience, reworking dance music structures to convey the drug's effects on the body and mind."
Music production
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Alarms, overdoses and saving lives: Two days in UK's first drug injection room

The Glasgow drug consumption room has faced multiple overdose incidents since opening, highlighting the dangers of substance use.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

The 'sinister' meanings behind emojis - here's how kids are using code to text about drugs and incels: 'Dangerous for our children'

Parents should be aware of the secretive meanings of emojis used by children to convey potentially harmful messages.
#fentanyl
#opioid-epidemic
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | Hochul administration pitches woke alternative way to refer to drug abusers instead of 'addicts'

fromNew York Post
4 months ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | Hochul administration pitches woke alternative way to refer to drug abusers instead of 'addicts'

SF parents
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Mum of driver who caused life-changing injuries to GP says 'one mistake' ruined lives

Reckless driving and substance use have devastating impacts on multiple families.
philosophy
fromAeon
2 months ago

Can the unregulated extract kratom help fight the opioid crisis? | Aeon Essays

Kratom, a herbal supplement, emerges as a controversial alternative for opioid dependence, attracting millions of users seeking relief.
Law
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Man who sent 'abhorrent' voice-notes to ex-girlfriend which left judge in 'state of shock' has jail sentence overturned

The man was sentenced to pay €5,000 to his ex-partner after violating a protection order, despite having his custodial sentence overturned.
National Hockey League
fromRMNB
2 months ago

Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad suspended 20 games for violating terms of NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program

Aaron Ekblad receives a 20-game suspension for violating the NHL's substance abuse policy, impacting his return to the Panthers this season.
Cars
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

CHP investigation reveals more about the causes of fatal Piedmont Cybertruck crash

Alcohol, drugs, and speed caused a fatal crash that killed three Piedmont High School graduates.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Teenage Abuse of Cough Medicines and Promethazine

Teen nonmedical misuse of medications may be more prevalent than earlier thought.
Adolescents misuse DXM for its dissociative and euphoric effects.
Rising interest in DXM combined with promethazine is alarming.
#robert-f-kennedy-jr
#nicotine
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Report: Ex-O's P Matusz died from drug overdose

Brian Matusz, former Baltimore Orioles pitcher, was found dead from an apparent drug overdose, a tragic end to a significant MLB career, raising concerns over substance abuse in sports.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Intoxicated nervous flyer' caused New York flight to divert to Dublin

Justice Finan suspended the jail sentence for two years, noting Greear's appalling behaviour but acknowledging his written apology and compliance with a damages order.
Miscellaneous
East Bay (California)
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago

Family of MLB pitcher Tyler Skaggs, Angels battle over cell phones as wrongful death trial looms

The legal battle between Tyler Skaggs' family and the Angels centers on drug-related negligence claims and evidence disputes, set against the backdrop of his tragic death.
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