Around the U.S., overdose rates have spiked, much of this being propelled by the introduction of illicit fentanyl — which is up to 100 times more potent than morphine — into the nation’s drug supply.

To what Extent does Peer Group Smoking Predict Adolescent Smoking? The tendency for adolescent peer group members to share common characteristics such as smoking, termed alternatively as peer group ...

The study explores how social influences, particularly peer pressure, impact substance use -- and misuse -- among young adults. A confidential online survey on alcohol use was given to 524 students at ...

Because early experimentation with substances is a precursor to regular substance use and concomitant problems, it is important to determine which factors are most likely to delay the onset of ...

Whether they're ready for inpatient treatment or just need someone to talk to, patients in Mayo Clinic Hospital's emergency ...

Recreational drug use often begins as a seemingly harmless activity, a way to unwind, socialize or experiment. However, what starts as occasional use can quickly spiral into addiction, with ...

Recently, I asked 123 students from Castro Valley High School about substance abuse among their peers. These survey results are now shedding light on a possible larger community issue: Substance ...

KINGSTON, N.Y. — Peer support is an integral part of what Access: Supports for Living, has to offer, a spokesperson for the mental health and substance use urgent care organization said recently. To ...

The Howard County Library System is offering free opportunities for people experiencing substance or alcohol use to connect with Certified Peer Recovery Specialists in partnership with the Howard ...

A new center in Henderson County for people in need of mental health, substance use or crisis support will soon begin accepting guests. It will be staffed 24 hours a day by certified peer support ...