Alcohol Kills: National Stats and Facts on Driving Drunk in America, Part I
You know that driving after drinking alcohol is dangerous. But do you know just how dangerous it is?
Fetal Alcohol Exposure: What It is and What It Does
The experts agree that because we cannot know exactly what point in the pregnancy alcohol is damaging and in what amounts or how that changes with the body chemistry of the woman drinking – or even exactly where a woman is in her pregnancy – it is recommended that women avoid alcohol in any amount while they are pregnant.
Amy Winehouse’s Father Talks About Daughter’s Addiction in New Book
Recently deceased pop singer Amy Winehouse’s father has a new book on the shelves, and he’s getting into the details of his daughter’s drug and alcohol abuse as well as her untimely death.
Alcoholism Throws One of the Country’s Best Horse Jockeys
For now, however, Desormeaux is trying to gain back the trust of owners and trainers after doing the unthinkable: failing a breathalyzer test on the day of the Belmont Stakes.
Project Prevention Pays Drug Addicted Women to Sterilize Themselves
How much is your fertility worth to you? According to Project Prevention, a nonprofit organization that advertises in homeless shelters, methadone clinics, and AA meetings across the US, it might be worth about $300 – at least, that’s what they’re offering to women who are struggling with addiction.
Sioux Tribe Sues Beer Vendors for $500 million in Damages
The tribe has filed a $500 million lawsuit against some of the world’s most recognizable beer manufacturers and distributors along with the four retailers in Whiteclay that sell alcohol.
Failed Drug Tests Lead to Job Loss
More and more employers are cracking down and expecting their employees to be drug-free. How can you help your employees to get the drug treatment they need so that they can get back to work?
New Memoir Talks About Drug Addiction and Non-judgment
Working with acts including Diana Ross, David Bowie, Madonna, Grace Jones and others, Rodgers has recently written a memoir called Le Freak: An Upside Down Story of Family, Disco, and Destiny that talks about his experiences with these stars – and with drug addiction.
Mom Jailed for Restraining Her Daughter to Stop Her from Buying Drugs
One mother, Julia Saker, was so intent on stopping her daughter, Tabitha, from buying drugs that she physically restrained her. Unfortunately for her, this led to charges and, ultimately, a jail sentence of 12 months for false imprisonment of her daughter. The mother wasn’t alone in her cause, determination and crime. The daughter’s boyfriend also . . . . Continue Reading
Underage Drinking Parties: The Implications for Moms
There are no shortage of moms out there who think that it’s okay if their underage children drink as long as they do it at home. Parents who hope to protect their children by keeping them at home and allowing them to drink, however, are risking serious legal repercussions. When you opt to allow underage . . . . Continue Reading