Drug-Impaired Driving and the Law It is unlawful to drive under the influence of drugs and alcohol in every state. While most people know the laws related to driving under the influence of alcohol, few people realize that each state has specific laws prohibiting drug-impaired driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration […]
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The Relationship Between Alcohol and Criminal Acts Research shows that a large percentage of people incarcerated were under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time they committed a crime. Alcohol can impair your ability to think clearly, slow your reaction time, and may make you more aggressive. Common alcohol-related crimes: Driving under the
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Drinking and Driving Statistics from the National Safety Council The National Safety Council (NSC) estimates that approximately 456 people will die in motor vehicle accidents this Labor Day holiday period. The Labor Day holiday period lasts from Friday, September 2 at 6:00 pm until Monday, September 5 at 11:59 pm. A large portion of
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What Are the Most Common Mental Health Conditions in Men? According to the American Psychological Association (APA), some mental health conditions are more common among men compared to their female counterparts. A study reported by the organization indicates that men are more likely to be diagnosed with “substance abuse or antisocial disorders,” whereas women
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Strategies to Help You Understand Your Family Member’s Mental Health Concerns According to the American Psychiatric Association, there are several ways that you can help a loved one cope with mental illness. First and foremost, it is important to show support instead of judgment. Additionally, the APA recommends knowing the warning signs of mental health
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How Mental Health Disorders Affect People Across the Globe Now, more than ever, people are more aware about the importance of mental health. From celebrities and athletes that have spoken publicly about their struggles to everyday people that share on social media, the reality is that mental health disorders affect people from all walks
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What Is Alcohol Spending in the U.S.? According to Research America, in 2019, the United States spent nearly $252 billion on alcohol. Alcohol spending in the country is astronomical. Not all drinking expenses are created equal. Excessive alcohol use costs Americans and their government more than light to moderate drinking. Cost of Excessive Alcohol Use
Factors that May Lead to Alcohol or Drug Addiction According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, drug abuse or dependence can be caused by a number of factors such as “genetic vulnerability, environmental stressors, social pressures, individual personality characteristics, and psychiatric problems.” However, it is unknown which factor plays the largest role in whether or not
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Celebrate Smart for America’s Birthday According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 4th of July is one of the “deadliest holidays of the year due to drunk-driving crashes.” Over the course of 4 years (2016-2020), there were 1,390 motorists killed in traffic-related accidents in the United States. Devastatingly, over 40% of
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How Drinking Too Much Can Cause Lost Memories Binge drinking or consuming large amounts of alcohol in a short period of time can cause an alcohol-induced blackout. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), alcohol-induced blackouts “are gaps in a person’s memory for events that occurred while they were intoxicated.”
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