Being assigned male at birth, identifying as LGBTQ+, experiencing early life traumas, and pre-existing mental health conditions are predictors of addiction during adolescence or later in life. Having one or even many of these risk factors does not always mean someone will get addicted, though. There are just as many factors that can reduce someone’s […]
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If you suspect your loved one is addicted to drugs, you may be wondering about the signs to watch for. Approaching someone you love about addiction is challenging, but having evidence to refer back to can make it a little easier. Luckily, the signs of addiction are relatively easy to spot. Some can be symptomatic of
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Canadian drug overdoses rose 31% from 2020 to 2021. Meanwhile, the use rates of addictive drugs like cocaine and opioids or multiple substances of abuse are also on the rise nationwide. Overcoming addiction to these substances is no small feat. For the individuals suffering and families supporting loved ones who are addicted to drugs, things
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In a 2020 study of nearly 3,000 Canadian youths, researchers found that 88.2% of boys and 78.2% of girls have viewed pornography by age 14. More than 52% of the participants also reported viewing porn at least once weekly. Pornography consumption may be a part of healthy sexual development. However, early porn viewings can also
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8 million Canadians are living with chronic pain symptoms, which experts expect to reach 9 million by 2030. Yet, this number doesn’t consider how many Canadians deal with acute pain daily. NSAIDs like naproxen are among the most commonly used medications for acute and chronic pain. Many doctors prefer drugs like naproxen because they are
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In 2020, 147,520 Canadians received a tramadol prescription in British Columbia alone. Additionally, around 20% of all Canadian post-op opioid prescriptions are for tramadol or tramadol-containing painkillers. Once marketed as a ‘safer’ opioid pain medication, tramadol is now known to be extremely dangerous. One of the most significant risks is drug interactions, such as the
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14.9% of Ontario residents have a benzodiazepine prescription. Lorazepam is the most commonly prescribed benzodiazepine medication, making up 8.5% of all benzodiazepine scripts in Ontario. Considering this medication’s prevalence, it is no wonder so many people ask, “Is lorazepam addictive?” We will explore the answer in this complete guide to lorazepam and addiction. Read on
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Canadian men are 3.6% more likely to drink alcohol than their female counterparts. However, Canadian women are at a higher risk of negative health consequences from drinking. Recent research has uncovered important information regarding alcohol and women’s health. Today, we present a sobering guide for women who drink to help you understand these risks. Read on to
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It is a common myth that taking pain relievers is the best way to deal with a hangover. Using pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen can do drinkers more harm than good. Will ibuprofen and alcohol kill you, though? While taking these substances together may not be fatal, there are still important risks drinkers need to
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects around 4 million Canadians. That equates to about 11-13% of the population. Unfortunately, this condition has no cure, which is why prevention is key. One way people can reduce the risk of kidney disease is to pay attention to how much they drink. Alcohol does not cause CKD, though it can
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