Abuse

Feature Writer: Karen Stephenson
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.
I encourage you to share your views and concerns in our discussion groups, and to browse the many articles available to you.
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Karen Stephenson
Nov 18, 2009
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.
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Oct 31, 2009
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
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Oct 31, 2009
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.
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Oct 31, 2009
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.
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Oct 31, 2009
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.
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Sep 30, 2009
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.
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Sep 30, 2009
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.
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Sep 30, 2009
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.
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