The Real Breaking Bads
Arguably one of TVs most watched series Breaking Bad and main character Walter White have entertained the masses for the past few years on AMC and Netflix. But did you know there are a few real life bad breakers who have been brought to the attention of the media recently? Lets take a look. A Montana man […]
Addictive Triggers
For decades now addiction has been a difficult problem to deal with, and many feel that it is something that is completely misunderstood and therefore extremely problematic when it comes to successful treatment. Whether it be drinking or some other form of addiction, the addiction itself is not the cause, instead it is a way […]
Boredom TV documentary featuring Sobriety can be downloaded
Boredom, the acclaimed documentary with scenes shot at Sobriety.ca is now downloadable on the internet. The film, the first on the science of Boredom, makes the case that boredom can be factor in drug addiction and high risk behaviours. Directed by resident Laughologist, Albert Nerenberg, Boredom has been called “hugely entertaining” (The Montreal Gazette) and “revolutionary” […]
Review of “Drink” – A Must Read for Women Flirting with Addiction
Ann Dowsett Johnston began a new professional role in Montreal in 2006. It was supposed to be an excellent adventure and a great opportunity, but Montreal can be brutal for an alcoholic, especially for one who is lonely and new. With alcohol pretty much everywhere in Montreal it was difficult for Ms. Johnston to avoid […]
The risks of legal marijuana substitutes
There may now exist a product that offers the same effects of Marijuana that can be sold legally in some cases. It’s called ‘Spice’. It is referred to as a natural and legal alternative to pot, sold online and in head shops but oddly enough it is labeled ‘not for human consumption’. Spice isn’t completely […]
The Dream is Gone, But Then There’s Dope!
While the title may not be exactly what Tarzan was quoted as saying in Disney’s “Tarzan”, it certainly seems to speak to the interesting choice of substances that former Disney star Miley Cyrus has been flaunting in front of her fans as of late. At the MTV European Music Awards ceremony Cyrus was seen lighting […]
How 3D Printing Could Revolutionize Drugs
It could be the future of the drug market. Scientists have been developing a new way to get access to prescription medication via the internet. A Glasgow chemist says he has, in development, a “3D Chemputer” that can create substances on a molecular level, allowing prescription drug patients to purchase chemical ink and a certain […]
Smoking Alcohol: The new and dangerous way people are getting drunk
There is a new way to get drunk. ‘Smoking’ alcohol is becoming a worrying trend and is not unique to young adventure lovers. Many people who are trying to lose weight for instance have turned to this new alcohol delivery system as none of the empty calories from a pint or shot are consumed. Some […]
Think-tank claims UK’s drink and drug epidemic is threatening society
The United Kingdom (U.K.) is undergoing somewhat of an epidemic when it comes to alcohol and illegal narcotics and substances. In some cases the U.K. has become known as the ‘addiction capital of Europe’. According to the report from the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) one in four Brits drink a harmful amount of alcohol […]