Dr Stanton Peele on Addiction: What Is Addiction?

Dr Stanton Peele on Addiction: What is Addiction? – Dr. Stanton Peele provides a definition of addiction, and discusses the notion that addictive behaviors are diseases.

Ralph Nader's life in three words: 'I was right'

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The real problem is the mass feeling of powerlessness. Once you feel powerless you're apathetic by definition. As long as the people who are leading are backed by public sentiment, have a grip on the facts and are persistent, they can win. It's easier …
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Prescription Drug Abuse, Are You Involved?

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For many, prescription drug abuse sounds like something that effects other people, not them but the definition may surprise you. Prescription drug abuse is the use of a medication that is prescribed by your doctor, but is used in a manner that is not …
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McCrory drops vetos; targets welfare drug tests, E-Verify provision

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"This is not a smart way to combat drug abuse,” he said. “Similar efforts in other states have proved to be expensive for taxpayers and did little to actually help fight drug addiction. It makes no sense to repeat those mistakes in North Carolina …
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