When it comes to alcohol and drug addictions, one would believe that public shaming would be a good deterrent. However, findings from a UBC study say differentsay that shame can actually increase the risk of addiction relapse. During the study, psychologists from the University of British Columbia examined the body language of problem drinkers to […]
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A new research series from Canada is calling for minimum prices for alcoholic drinks in response of alcohol abuse in the country. The reports come from the Canadian Center on Substance Abuse and the news release is titled, “Canada needs Minimum Alcohol Prices to Reduce Harm: New Research Series”. The series is written by Gerald Thomas, who […]
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With the patent on OxyContin expiring on November 25, the federal heath minister has to decide if Canada will allow generic versions of the drug. Known by its generic name, oxycodone is an opioid that is chemically similar to codeine and heroin. In 2008, Canada had the second highest per capita consumption of oxycodone. As […]
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A shocking discovery was made by Montreal researchers when a resident of Quebec appeared to have been cured of his addiction to cocaine after having a stroke. The Quebec man, currently 45 years old, has been addicted to cocaine for more than twenty years. A heavy cocaine user who’s typical day could see as much […]
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