Tag: substance use

The Failure of ā€œSpit For Scienceā€: No Genetic or Neurological Pathways...

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Despite finding no meaningful correlation between genes and substance use, high-profile geneticists misleadingly conveyed optimistic results.

Parent Marijuana Use Associated With Substance Use in Children

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A new study examines longitudinal, intergenerational patterns associated with marijuana use.

Belongingness Can Protect Against Impact of Trauma, Study Suggests

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A new study explores feelings of belongingness as a protective factor for childhood trauma and adult mental health outcomes.

Pain Increases Later Risk for Anxiety and Depression

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Experiencing moderate to severe pain, or having at least moderate life interference from pain, doubles risk for anxiety or depression.

Is Addiction a Disease?

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FromĀ Scientific American: The current medical consensus is that addiction is a chronic and relapsing brain disease in which drug use becomes involuntary despite its...

Alcohol, Pot Dependent Teens Less Likely to Meet With Success

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FromĀ Psych Central:Ā According to a new study, teens who are dependent on marijuana and alcohol are less likely to marry, go to college, or work...

Bullying’s Lasting Impact

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FromĀ Science Daily: A new study shows that studentsĀ who experience bullying in the fifth grade are at a higher risk for depression and substance use...

Review Finds Link Between Recession and Mental Health Issues

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A literature review published in BMC Public Health by researchers from Portugal and the Czech Republic summarizes results from 101 studies investigating the effect...