Teen Drug Use in Florida

Jan 6, 2023

Teen Drug Use in Florida The National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics reports that, as of 2019, teenagers in Florida are 5.5% less likely to use drugs in a given month than youth elsewhere in the United States. While that’s good news in one respect, hundreds of...

What is Purple Drank?

Jan 5, 2023

What is Purple Drank? Illicit substances often find their way into pop culture, becoming associated with certain styles of music and certain activities. Purple drank is one of those drugs, gaining visibility through hip-hop and more recently the electronic dance music...

All About Angel Dust (PCP)

Jan 5, 2023

All About Angel Dust (PCP) Originally developed as an anesthetic, PCP, formally known as phencyclidine, is a common street drug. It is often referred to as supergrass, killer weed, and angel dust, and it is sold in several forms, including capsules, colored powders,...

The Dangers of Abusing Cough Medicine

Dec 30, 2022

The Dangers of Abusing Cough Medicine A substance doesn’t have to be illegal to be a harmful, mind-altering drug. Cough medicine sits on the shelves of every pharmacy, but certain varieties are prone to abuse for their depressive effects. The same compounds that...

The Connection Between Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Dec 29, 2022

The Connection Between Mental Health and Substance Abuse Throughout the society we live in today, the stigma involving mental health treatment deters individuals from reaching out for help; mental health symptoms, if left untreated can be debilitating. Individuals...