Psychology Project: Drug Abuse

Psychology Project: Drug Abuse – Project by Neenar Noubarian special thanks to Emily Samvalian (Emememin)

Rutgers study: Drug lows may drive addiction

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If these animal models are a mirror into human addiction, Rutgers researchers say, addicts who learned to use drugs to either achieve a positive emotional state or to relieve a negative one are vulnerable to situations that trigger either behavior …
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Instagram blocks some drugs advert tags after BBC probe

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Among Instagram's "report photo/video" choices is the option to identify suspected drug use. The BBC understands Facebook's staff aim to review posts flagged to either of its social networks within 48 hours. They also have the option of blocking terms …
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CDC: Makers of e-cigarettes, little cigars target kids

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"I really worry about our kids," Frieden said in an exclusive interview with USA TODAY. "If the next generation gets hooked, you're talking about a lifetime struggle with addiction." About 16% of high school students smoke, along with 19% of adults …
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