national institute on drug abuse

New Data Available on Worldwide Drug Use and Its Costs in Lives and Productivity

New data available on worldwide drug use and its costs in lives and productivity
Last week, researchers published the first global analysis of the trends and costs of illicit drug use around the world. Using the Global Burden of Diseases,… Continue reading

I Lived “Breaking Bad”

I lived “Breaking Bad”
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), it takes 12 hours for 50 percent of the “pure” meth you take to be metabolized out of the body, versus just one hour for cocaine. And… Continue reading

Lining in Your Nose, What Is Its Purpose?

Question by Typical Cat: Lining in your nose, what is its purpose?
The lining in my nose is basically gone thanks to drugs. I am a bit concerned though. My question is; Is there anything i should be worried about?… Continue reading

Hamilton Seeks Support for Drug Abuse Bill

Hamilton seeks support for drug abuse bill
"It's another tool in the fight against clandestine meth labs," Hamilton said, adding that substance abuse is a problem throughout West Virginia. "We are soliciting the county and the city's support in passing… Continue reading

How Serious Is a Juvenile Drug Paraphernalia Charge?

Question by Coltin: How serious is a juvenile drug paraphernalia charge?
Last night me and a friend were by some baseball fields getting ready to smoke pot. My friend started packing a bowl and hit it and handed it to… Continue reading

Addiction Treatment Helpline Opens Its Doors at a New Office in Boston

Addiction Treatment Helpline Opens Its Doors at a New Office in Boston
The Addiction Treatment Helpline currently serves the New England and Upper Atlantic states with a complete resource and database of important information for those seeking help with drug… Continue reading