Abuse


Feature Writer: Karen Stephenson
Karen Stephenson, Nyssa Woudstra

Abuse is present and problematic in society at large. There are many types of abuse - including sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, and substance abuse - all of which should be taken very seriously.

My goal is to provide you with the information you need, whether it is academic information about abuse or advice and resources for victims of abuse and abuse recovery.

Read about signs of child abuse, how much the War on Drugs costs, and abuse in LGBT relationships. Learn how to get out of abusive relationships, how to stop drinking alcohol, and how to quit smoking.

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The Stigma of Addiction

In: Substance Abuse Recovery

Substance abuse statistics are lower than reported due to stigma attached to addictions. Jewish individuals believe shanda is deeply entrenched within their community. more...

Marital Rape

In: Sexual Abuse

Marital rape is unwanted sexual acts by a spouse or common law partner that are committed against a person's will. These unwanted acts include any forced sexual behavior more...

Defining Addictions

In: Abuse (general)

A physical dependency or emotional dependency on a substance or activity is categorically addiction. Addictions are compulsive and habitual and can be very harmful. more...

Over the Counter Drug Abuse

In: Drug Abuse

Over the counter medications (OTC) containing dextromethorphan are abused by youth at an alarming rate. The Food and Drug Administration warns against DXM abuse. more...

Abuse of Medicinal Marijuana

In: Drug Abuse

Medical marijuana is fairly new in Canada and in the U.S. Like so many prescription pharmaceuticals, some people cross the line and an addiction is formed. more...

Understanding Addictions

In: Substance Abuse Recovery

Addictions are confusing to those living with an addict as they search for a specific reason why their family member succumbed to substance abuse. There is no one factor. more...

Viagra® Abuse

In: Drug Abuse

Viagra® helps thousands of men who suffer from erectile dysfunction. Like any new drug on the market, there are those who will abuse it. more...

Club Drugs and their Drug Street Names

In: Drug Abuse

Club drugs are a specific group of illicit substances that originated at discos, nightclubs and raves. Some pre-adolescent youth are experimenting with these drugs. more...

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