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How to Break the Smoking Habit

If you've tried before, there's no need to kick yourself over relapsing. Quitting smoking, especially through the ways that most people suggest, is easier said than done. If you don't want to waste any more time with failed attempts, it's time to learn how to properly quit smokin

How to Start Enjoying the Benefits of Quitting Smoking Cigarettes Today

The benefits of quitting smoking cigarettes are many and all good. From improved health, to feeling better, to more money in your pocket there are so many great benefits you will realize from quitting smoking. Realizing this pretty much makes it a no brainer to stop smoking.

Ten Signs That Your Child May Be Abusing Opiates

Drug abuse among youth has become a "real problem" especially over the last few decades. Most teens give in to drugs because of peer pressure and bullying. Opiates are one of the biggest culprits of addiction. Opiates are derived from opium, a substance obtained from the poppy plant. Heroi

What Is Substance Abuse Treatment and Which Is Right For You

When does a person require substance abuse treatment? What are the symptoms of such an abuse and what can be done to help the person over come his/her addiction? If you or someone you love has been facing a hard time not reaching out for that glass of whisky or doing marijuana/heroin/meth then that

Alcohol Intoxication and Its Complications

Alcohol is available in several forms commercially. The common forms are toddy (5%), beer (5-10%), wine (10-30%), arrack (40-60%) and gin, whiskey and brandy (45-60%). Illicitly distilled liquor may contain several chemical impurities which could be of bad effect of Human health.

What Can I Use to Help With Quitting Smoking?

Quitting smoking is generally regarded as difficult, but there are a number of things that you can use to help with quitting that can, if used correctly, virtually ensure that your next quit attempt is not only successful but easy. First, forget about nicotine replacement and the like. While it may

Blue Devils

Definition of the drug slang term 'Blue Devils' from the About.com Alcoholism / Substance Abuse glossary of drug street terms.

Stop Smoking Tip #1 - Find Your Motivation

Be really honest now in answering the following question. Why do you want to quit smoking? Is it for health reasons, for your kids, to save money? Is it for all those reasons and more?

Rehabilitation Center For Drugs - A Place For Restoration of Normal Life

A drug is a chemical substance which is prescribed by the Doctor to treat the illness and also the level of dosage is decided by the Doctor. But some drugs are used illegally, which affects the central nervous system and make the person to become addicted to that particular drug on usage. The drugs

Prevent Hangover Symptoms- How To Avoid A Hangover The Night Before

Experienced drinkers will tell you that there is an art to drinking -- specifically the art of preventing the morning hangover. Whether it's pacing yourself, drinking lower alcohol content beverages, consuming plenty of water, or eating certain foods before bedtime, there are many steps that CA