When the news that Matthew Perry had died broke this past weekend, it hit a lot of us—hard. Not only do we grieve for Matthew and his family and friends—which includes the millions of fans whose lives the show touched—but the news likely stirred memories that caused many of us to grieve over someone we’ve Read more »
Drug Abuse
Private Security Firms Cracking Down on Drug Abuse
A private security guard’s role differs from that of military or civilian police forces. They are employed to protect people, money, jewels, buildings, and safety-sensitive information. It’s crucial that these employees are in top form whenever they are on the clock. After all, lives could be at stake! You wouldn’t expect someone in charge of Read more »
Drug Abuse More Prevalent in Certain Industries
The number of people suffering from addiction, also known as substance use disorder, stretches across all facets of the population. And, as you can expect, drug abuse affects all aspects of their lives. That, in turn, reaches into the lives of others. Drugs in the workplace cause an increased risk of accidents and that, of Read more »
Assisted Living for Elderly Addicts
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that over 5,000 U.S. citizens aged 65 and over died of a drug overdose in 2020. Moreover, alcohol-induced causes claimed the lives of 11,616 elderly Americans within the same age range that year. Some may claim that it’s to be expected as the Baby Boomers—the first generation Read more »
General McCaffrey Sheds Light on Impacts of Drug Abuse
General Barry R. McCaffrey, USA, Retired, appeared as the keynote speaker at the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association’s (NDASA) annual conference earlier this month. He spoke on the impacts of drug and alcohol abuse in the workplace and, subsequently, our communities. General McCaffrey served in the United States Army and retired as a four-star Read more »
ADHD Causes Some Adults to Struggle with Drugs
Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) face many challenges. Their brains are always going—always—and it makes it difficult to focus on the task in front of them. Drugs, such as Adderall and Ritalin, can enable those suffering from ADHD to function—but they’re addictive. Still, those who seek treatment are less likely to abuse drugs Read more »